Summary
Grant Thornton UAE is offering an internship across its Assurance, Advisory and Tax service lines in Dubai. Interns will support projects, review financial statements and tax documents, prepare client reports and presentations, conduct research, and maintain records. Applicants should be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, business, economics or a related field, have a GPA of at least 3.0, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The program runs from December 2026 to May 2027, and candidates must be available to join in December 2026.
The posting
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Job Description
We’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. With over 76,000 professionals in more than 150 countries, we combine global scale with local expertise to help dynamic organizations unlock their potential for growth. We truly care about our colleagues, our clients, and the communities where we work and live.
As an Intern, you’ll empower the team, deliver excellence, lead the way in shaping strategies and exceeding client expectations, and make a meaningful impact across our Assurance, Advisory and Tax service lines. Discover your purple and join our Team today!
Let us paint a picture for you
Imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexibility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back.
Imagine working for an organization that believes in the power of authenticity in everything that we do. Whether you're steering discussions in a client meeting, tackling your fear of heights at the top of the Burj Khalifa or ziplining across Jebel Jais – bring your true self to work. Be a part of a team driven by a purpose of shaping the world that we live in, based on trust and integrity in markets, dynamic businesses, and communities where businesses and people thrive.
Join us to expand your horizons, be inspired, face challenges, and most importantly, be yourself.
About the Service lines
Assurance (External Audit)
Our Audit & Assurance teams work with a diverse portfolio of clients, from SMEs to multinational and listed entities. As an intern, you’ll gain exposure to financial reporting, risk assessment, audit methodologies, and advanced audit tools
Advisory
Our Advisory teams support clients across business consulting, risk, transactions, forensic services, and performance improvement. You’ll help analyze data, support deliverables, and contribute to solving complex business challenges
Tax
Our Tax teams advise organizations and individuals on compliance, advisory, and restructuring matters. You’ll gain exposure to tax research, compliance processes, and client advisory work in a dynamic regulatory environment
As an Intern some of your responsibilities will include:
- Assist in conducting audit, advisory, and tax projects
- Review and analyze financial statements, tax returns, and other documents
- Support the preparation of client reports and presentations
- Conduct research and gather information for project work
- Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records and files
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions
- Build foundational knowledge of audit, advisory, and tax principles
Think you've got what it takes to be an Intern? Like the color purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we're also hoping you can tick:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or related fields
- Strong academic record (minimum GPA 3.0)
- Basic understanding of audit, advisory, and tax concepts
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and take direction
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong organizational and time‑management skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Professional qualificsations such as CA, ACCA, CPA, ACA, CFE, CIA are a plus
- Be available to join in December 2026. The intern program runs from December 2026 to May 2027
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