Students and recent graduates
At the Office of the Auditor General of Canada (OAG) hiring students and recent graduates is a practice rooted in our history—many of our employees joined the OAG when they were students. We give talented students and graduates like you a real role in our organization. We will also provide you with the resources, guidance and mentoring you need to achieve your professional goals.
Still in school
Student jobs
Whether you are enrolled in regular program studies or a co-op program, we recruit students year-round for part-time and full-time student jobs in a range of fields such as finance, administration, communications, human resources, legal, and information technology.
| Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Summer | May to August |
| Fall | September to December |
| Winter | January to April |
To be eligible, you must be enrolled in full-time or part-time studies.
The OAG also hires students through the Government of Canada’s Federal Student Work Experience Program.
Financial audit summer student work-term
A position as a financial audit summer student is a great opportunity for university students looking for a head start in gaining work experience recognized by Chartered Professional AccountantsCPA Canada. Students work closely with audit professionals to build a foundation of knowledge and skills that will not only complement their studies, but also lead to a successful CPA certification.
To qualify, you must be
- enrolled in a full-time undergraduate accounting program at a recognized university
- returning to full-time studies in the semester following the completion of the financial audit summer student work-term
- intending to obtain (or already in the process of obtaining) a CPA designation
Performance audit students enrolled in a master’s degree program
The OAG hires performance audit students who are currently enrolled in a master’s degree program in various fields such as public or business administration, environmental science, social sciences, applied science, law, and engineering, depending on our recruitment needs. Students can get a head start on learning for their future career in performance auditing.
Recent or soon-to-be graduates
University recruitment
Each year, we recruit recent and soon-to-be graduates from many different fields from universities across Canada.
Financial audit trainee program
The work performed by financial audit trainees during their three-year term within the OAG's pre-approved external audit program enables them to fulfill all of the CPA experience requirements and write the Common Final Examination (CFE). We support trainees with a CPA mentor, coaching, employer-paid tuition, paid study days, and examination fees.
Pathway for financial auditors
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On successful completion of the financial audit trainee program, financial audit trainees are promoted to the Audit Professional level. As audit professionals, they begin to perform independent audits and are given additional responsibilities. They may then be appointed as audit project leaders for a team of auditors.
Performance audit trainee program
The performance audit trainee program is open to candidates who have a master’s degree in a wide variety of fields such as public or business administration, environmental science, social sciences, applied science, law, and engineering. The two-year program allows trainees to develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities to conduct performance audits and involves formal training, practical experience, and mentoring.
Pathway for performance auditors
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On successful completion of the performance audit trainee program, performance audit trainees are promoted to the Audit Professional level. As audit professionals, they begin to perform independent audits and are given additional responsibilities. They may then be appointed as audit project leaders for a team of auditors.
“I chose to work at the OAG as a financial audit trainee because I have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Canadians. As part of my work, I enjoy learning about and collaborating with a variety of organizations and stakeholders throughout Canada. As a recent graduate, I feel that the OAG understands the importance of my professional development, and provides every student with the training and support necessary to successfully navigate their CPA journey.”
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