Withum is proud to announce that it has received a RippleMatch Campus Forward Award in Recruitment Strategies and Internship Programming. This recognition highlights the Firm’s commitment to attracting and developing new talent through early career recruitment with the internship program and Tour de Withum experience.
The RippleMatch Campus Forward Awards reflects excellence in commitment to unwavering investment in innovative and multifaceted recruitment strategies. Withum’s recruitment framework engages students with a curiosity and passion for accounting from secondary education through their final year of post-secondary education.
We are honored that RippleMatch has recognized our commitment to building a best-in-class recruitment process and internship program. With the growing shortage of accountants, it’s imperative for us to look for different ways to stand out in the market and give an experience that really engages future talent. Our three-pronged approach does just that.
Theresa Richardson, CPA, PSA, Chief Talent Officer
Withum offers three areas for prospective accountants to experience the profession and the Firm’s culture through high school engagement programs, Tour de Withum – a unique one-day leadership program, a traditional collegiate internship program and the CPA Pathways Apprenticeship – a first for mid-market firms, that started with Seton Hall University in 2023.
Tour de Withum offers college students interested in a career in public accounting an inside look at the Firm’s culture and operations. Participants spend a day meeting professionals from different departments and learning about Withum’s services and industries.
Withum’s internship program provides students with comprehensive hands-on experience aligned with the CPA curriculum. Through training and mentorship, interns can work alongside experienced professionals and develop technical skills. Upon completion, they are eligible for full-time entry-level positions. Interns also deeply connect with the Firm’s culture. During Withum’s National Intern Day and its annual Withum Week of Caring, students experience the power of giving back and what it means to live the core values of the Withum Way.
The Firm’s CPA Pathways Apprenticeship is an exclusive extension of the internship program. Offered to a select cohort of final-year accounting students, this innovative program aims to bridge the gap between academic coursework and the educational requirements needed for aspiring accountants. Students have a paid opportunity to enhance their future career prospects by gaining real-world experience in public accounting, participating in networking events, and engaging in collaborative projects while preparing to take the CPA exam.
The awards for Excellence in Recruitment Strategies and Internship Programming testify to our dedication to investing in a supportive and engaging environment where everyone can thrive, and that starts at a grassroots level. Our people are our greatest assets, and by investing in the next generation of accounting professionals, we can continue to attract, develop and retain top talent.
Theresa Richardson, CPA, PSA, Chief Talent Officer
The CPA Pathways Apprenticeship and Tour de Withum programs exemplify Withum’s dedication to fostering the next generation of accounting professionals. By providing students with valuable experiences and opportunities, Withum is shaping the profession’s future for success.
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