Students & Recent Graduates
Whether you’re still in school or right out of college, KSM offers real-life experience, hands-on mentorship, and the kind of support that sets you up for long-term success.
Your Career Starts Here.
At KSM, your journey doesn’t start with a job. It starts with opportunity – to learn, grow, and shape the career you want.
Why Start Your Career at KSM?
You’ll be part of a people-first culture that values collaboration, celebrates achievements, and invests in your success. From mentorship and hands-on learning to CPA support and career exploration, we provide the resources you need to grow with confidence and define your future.
From your very first day, you’ll feel what makes KSM different: a people-first, high-energy culture where teammates support each other, celebrate wins, and enjoy the journey together. You won’t just gain career experience; you’ll build connections that last. From our firmwide Community Day, to our ownership mentality, KSM has a culture that stands out among other firms. Learn more about KSM’s culture.
When you join KSM, you’re not just taking a job – you’re building a career. We offer structured learning, one-to-one mentorship, and stretch opportunities designed to help you explore your interests and define your own path.
We know getting your CPA license is a major milestone, and we’re here to support you every step of the way:
- Financial assistance for CPA exam fees and materials
- Paid time off to study and sit for the exam
- Reimbursement for licensing costs
- Access to mentors who’ve been through it and want you to succeed
Early-Career Opportunities
We believe the best way to learn is by doing. Our early-career opportunities are designed to give you hands-on experience, industry insight, and the chance to explore what a future in public accounting could look like for you.
Experience counts in today’s competitive job market. As a KSM intern, you’ll get it! You’ll work directly with staff and partners on official firm business. You’ll develop your skills in a real-world setting and have many of the same opportunities as experienced employees at other firms. Our internship program is the perfect example of the employee-first philosophy that makes KSM a Vault Accounting 25 firm. It all starts here. View our available internships.
KSM’s Gateways leadership program was created to help students explore a career in public accounting. This comprehensive program offers a bird’s-eye view of the profession and will help you determine next steps to take to prepare for your own successful career. Learn more and apply.
Find Your Team at KSM
Every career journey looks different, and at KSM, you’ll have the chance to find the path that’s right for you. From audit to tax to advisory, each team provides hands-on experience, client interaction, and the chance to find the path that fits you best.
Want maximum exposure to the world of business? KSM’s Audit & Assurance Services Group could be the right place for you. You’ll spend lots of time interacting directly with our clients and working with them on-site at their businesses. You’ll become familiar with their management approach, their financial information system, and the key factors to their success. Your fellow audit team members will help you with your questions and give you constructive feedback on your performance. Everybody wants you to succeed! Learn more.
If your goal is to become a business consultant, you might consider joining one of our Business Advisory Groups. As a consultant, you’ll become the trusted advisor our clients turn to first when they have business and tax challenges or need an opinion on their plans for growth. As your career with KSM advances, you’ll have the opportunity to specialize in a particular industry, which will enhance your reputation as a trusted consultant. Learn more.
Advisory at KSM is where curiosity meets impact. As an advisor, you’ll help clients solve operational, financial, and strategic challenges. You’ll gain exposure to a variety of industries and projects, from streamlining internal processes to supporting mergers and acquisitions through our Transaction Advisory Services team. It’s a space for problem-solvers, relationship-builders, and emerging leaders ready to grow through real work, mentorship, and opportunity. Learn more.
Your Career Path at KSM
There’s no one-size-fits-all path, but here’s what a typical KSM career journey might look like.
Hear From Our Associates
Here’s what our team members have to say about what it’s like to grow, learn, and thrive in a culture built on collaboration, support, and opportunity.
Ready To Take the First Step?
Whether you’re looking for an internship, your first full-time role, or just want to learn more, we’re here to help you get started.