CHICAGO — Grant Thornton has been recognized as one of Yello and WayUp's Top 100 Internship Programs of 2026, a distinction that recognizes organizations delivering exceptional internship experiences and meaningful opportunities for students launching their careers.
Grant Thornton's internship program spans eight to 12 weeks and includes orientation, service line-specific training, professional development opportunities and a robust support network that includes buddies, coaches and senior leadership advisors. The program is designed to help interns apply classroom learning in a professional environment, develop technical and professional skills and build connections across the firm.
"We are intentional about creating an experience that helps interns contribute meaningfully while developing the skills and relationships that can shape their careers," said Missy Heusinger, talent acquisition and university recruiting leader at Grant Thornton. "Through client work, coaching, mentorship and professional development opportunities, interns become part of our team from day one."
The program also emphasizes connection and belonging through networking opportunities with mentors and firm leaders, volunteer activities, Business Resource Group programming and other community-building experiences.
This recognition further underscores Grant Thornton's investment in the next generation of professionals. Earlier this year, the firm received Adobe's inaugural Early Career Engagement Award and the National Association of Colleges and Employers' Technology Excellence Award, both recognizing innovative programs and experiences that help students and early-career professionals succeed.
"The future of Grant Thornton will be shaped by the talent we inspire, develop and empower today," said Jeanna Shapiro, chief people & culture officer at Grant Thornton. "Our interns bring fresh perspectives, curiosity and bold ideas that strengthen our firm while gaining meaningful experience, trusted relationships and opportunities to grow. By investing in their potential and empowering them to make an impact from day one, we are helping launch rewarding careers and build the innovative, inclusive and future-ready firm our clients and communities need.”
About the Grant Thornton Advisors multinational platform
The Grant Thornton Advisors multinational platform is a group of firms within the Grant Thornton International Limited network that connects priority markets and operates with aligned standards, technology and delivery expectations. Firms remain locally led and legally separate. The Grant Thornton International Limited network provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.
The platform is currently home to almost 20 aligned firms stretching from the Americas across Europe and the Middle East to the Asia-Pacific region. These firms bring together almost 25,000 professionals to deliver cross-border solutions powered by advanced technologies, a shared commitment to quality and a growing reputation as the industry’s employer-of-choice. The platform firms operate as separate legal entities.
About Grant Thornton LLP and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC
Grant Thornton Advisors LLC provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. It is one of two specialized entities known collectively as Grant Thornton in the US, alongside Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services.
Grant Thornton LLP, Grant Thornton Advisors LLC and their respective subsidiaries operate as an alternative practice structure (APS). The APS conforms with applicable laws, regulations and professional standards, including those from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Grant Thornton LLP is a CPA firm, while Grant Thornton Advisors LLC is not.
“Grant Thornton” refers to the brand under which the member firms in the Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) network provide services to their clients and/or refers to one or more member firms. Grant Thornton LLP and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC serve as the U.S. member firms of the GTIL network. GTIL and its member firms are not a worldwide partnership and all member firms are separate legal entities. Member firms deliver all services; GTIL does not provide services to clients.
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