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Assurance Intern
Role summary
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The Assurance Intern supports audit and assurance engagements for clients in Jamaica. Typical responsibilities include assisting with financial statement testing, reviewing documents, performing basic analysis, preparing working papers, and contributing to client deliverables under the guidance of experienced team members. Candidates are generally expected to be pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field, with strong academic performance and an interest in obtaining a professional accounting qualification. Good numerical, analytical, communication, organization, and teamwork skills are important. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other productivity tools is helpful. PwC will expect professionalism, integrity, attention to detail, confidentiality, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in a deadline-driven environment.
Can I work in Jamaica?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Work permit after the employer shows it tried to hire a Jamaican first; no salary floor, points test or IT shortage list is published.
Before you apply: Usually no licence. Some employers ask for vendor certificates (AWS, Microsoft, Cisco); signing audit reports needs a registered auditor.
Watch for: Chartered accountants also need a Public Accountancy Board certificate. Non-Commonwealth passports (US, Nepal, Philippines, Indonesia, most of the EU) also need a work visa before arrival.
Official source: Ministry of Labour and Social Security: work permit application instruction sheet. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Jamaica
Usual for IT and Consultancy jobs in Jamaica, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Varies by employer; no standard rule found |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Employer pays the work permit fee after approval; any relocation allowance varies |
| Flights | Varies by employer; no standard rule found |
| Contract | Permit lasts the period in the approval letter and is tied to one employer; contract length varies |
| Leave | Usually 2 weeks a year, rising with years of service |
| Income tax | 0% to JMD 1.9 million a year (about USD 12,000), then 25%; 30% above JMD 6 million; plus 7.25% social |
| Health cover | Varies by employer; no standard rule found |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in Jamaica
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About PwC
PwC, or PricewaterhouseCoopers, is a global professional services network providing assurance, tax, consulting, and advisory services. Its firms operate in many countries and support organizations ranging from major corporations and financial institutions to governments and growing businesses. PwC helps clients improve financial reporting, manage risk, meet regulatory requirements, adopt technology, and develop business strategies. The Jamaica practice is part of PwC’s Caribbean network and serves local and international clients across sectors such as financial services, tourism, retail, telecommunications, and public services. The firm is known for structured training, professional development, teamwork, and exposure to a wide range of business environments. An Assurance internship can provide practical experience in auditing, financial analysis, client service, and professional standards while helping students understand the pathway toward accounting certifications such as ACCA or CPA.