Co-op or Intern - Risk Advisory Services - Toronto - January 2027
BDO
- Location
- Toronto - Bay St
- Employment
- Internship
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Intern
- Salary
- $48k – $60k/yr
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
About this role
Putting people first, every day BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth. Your Opportunity Our Toronto office is looking for a 4 or 8 month Co-op Student or Intern to join the Risk Advisory Services team in Toronto starting January 2027. This is a new new role and the success candidate will own the following responsibilities: Work on a variety of client engagements, primarily in the areas of internal audit, internal controls design and assessment, enterprise risk management, and Third Party Assurance CSAE 3416/ SSAE 18 (SOC1) Review, document, and evaluate business processes and internal controls for design and operational effectiveness in a wide range of environments and industries Maintain a proactive and logical approach to information gathering and present complex ideas through clear communications Develop client deliverables, including risk assessments, analyses, recommendations, and reporting documentation Collaborate with engagement teams to establish timelines and ensure high quality client service through the communication of progress updates to Consultants, Senior Consultants, and Managers Support in driving innovation in service delivery and ensuring delivery is in line with the firm’s quality and risk management requirements/expectations Demonstrate and apply strong project management skills, inspire teamwork with engagement with team members, and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness and quality of deliverables and services Solicit and apply feedback from Consultants, Senior Consultants, and Managers to enhance the quality and efficiency of future engagements How do we define success for your role? You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities Clients and colleagues describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace You demonstrate agility, flexibility, and an eagerness to deliver services on time and on budget You grow your expertise through learning and professional development You contribute to consulting engagements in the capacity of a team member, delivering quality outputs within assigned timelines Your experience and education You are enrolled in an accounting focused post-secondary program with the intention of pursuing the CPA designation You have a strong interest in pursuing a career in risk advisory and exploring the CIA designation. You have a desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork You have excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate ideas effectively, both written and orally You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills You have the ability to prioritize competing deliverables with varying deadlines The expected compensation for this role is between $48,000-$60,000. Earn your CPA Designation At BDO, we’re committed to the success of students pursuing their CPA designation. We provide pre-approved programs across our 100+ offices, mentorship and support, reimbursement of exam fees, enrollment in Canada’s leading CFE prep course, and flexible options for study leave in order for you to be successful. Why BDO? Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100