Trade and Customs Summer Intern 2023

Overview Overview You’ve got big plans. We have opportunities to match, and we’re committed to empowering you to become a better you, no matter what you do. When you join KPMG you’ll be one of over 227,000 professionals providing audit, tax, advisory and business enablement services across 146 countries. With the support to do things differently, grow personally and professionally and bring your whole self to work, there’s no limit to the impact you can make. Let’s do this. The opportunity: With increasing globalization, companies have a growing need for advice on customs legislation and trade compliance. KPMG's Trade & Customs Practice provides innovative solutions that result in bottom-line benefits for companies involved in importing and exporting goods. To assist our clients, our team analyzes complex global supply chains and associated financial transactions. We help our clients achieve cost savings by claiming refunds of customs duty, while managing trade compliance risk and enhancing global trade processes. With our KPMG global network, we leverage our technical knowledge in Canadian and international customs legislation as well as business acumen to provide cutting-edge results. Our Vancouver office is seeking an undergraduate student to join the team as a summer intern starting May 2023. Throughout the summer internship, you’ll work on client engagements and have access to training, professional development and innovative learning experiences. From reviewing business processes to analyzing trade data, you’ll be building strong relationships with our people and developing professional skills that will help set you up for success. Working with the Trade & Customs team requires candidates to be interested in developing experience in private industry, customs policy, global supply chain or public accounting. As a member of our Trade & Customs Practice, you will have exposure to complex customs compliance issues, Canadian trade initiatives, such as Free Trade Agreements, and provide support to other tax professionals. Please note that this position does NOT support the CPA designation. What you will do Support team members who assist clients with various customs matters Perform technical research Perform customs duties analysis Stay informed on current and pending import/export regulations and policy Review import data and customs documentation for accuracy and format What you bring to the role Currently studying in a business degree, specialization in international business management, international trade or trade & customs would be considered an asset Must have taken courses in accounting Excellent written and verbal communications skills Ability to work both independently and within a team environment Ability to manage competing priorities Consistent attention to detail Keys to your success: Individuals who take deep personal accountability for their work, have a passion for excellence, driven to achieve their full potential and understand the value of building relationships with clients, future clients, their communities, the global firm and each other. A KPMG professional should have all the following characteristics: Strong work ethic Thrive on challenges Dedicated to providing outstanding client service Application Instructions: Please submit your undergraduate or master's transcript with your application in order to be considered Learn more about where a career at KPMG can take you. Application deadline: March 1, 2023 at 11:59 PM Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here. For general recruitment-related inquiries, please contact the HR Delivery Centre at [email protected]. If you have a question about accessible employment at KPMG, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact us at [email protected] or phone: 416-777-8002 or toll free 1-888-466-4778.