Start your career journey with the Achiever Program, an internship initiative by Chartered Accountants ANZ designed to connect aspiring accountants with leading employers across Australia and New Zealand.

The Winter 2026 intake is now open for applications until 5 April.

Why join the Achiever Program?

The Achiever Program offers you the chance to:

• Gain paid work experience in a real-world accounting environment.
• Apply your academic knowledge to practical, real-world scenarios
• Build your professional network and explore career pathways.

You’ll work with respected employers while continuing your studies, giving you a head start in the accounting profession.

“The Achiever Program struck me as a wonderful opportunity to gain insight into the accounting industry. It turned out to be a great program for me.”

What is an internship?

An internship is a short-term work placement that allows students to gain hands-on experience in their field of study. Through the Achiever Program, internships typically last 3 to 12 weeks, during which you’ll:

• Work on real projects alongside experienced professionals
• Learn workplace skills like communication, teamwork, and time management
• Discover what it’s really like to work in accounting

All internships offered through the Achiever Program are paid, with compensation varying by employer.

“Sometimes as students, we’re not actually aware of what exists out there (in the workplace). Once I did my placement, it allowed me to understand what Ii want to do with my career.”

Key dates

• Winter intake: Applications open March 2026
• Summer intake: Applications open July 2026

Successful applicants will progress through a multi-stage selection process.

Eligibility

You must be a penultimate or final-year tertiary accounting student in Australia or New Zealand. We welcome applications from all eligible students, regardless of race. Ethnicity, religion, gender or disability. Participating employers are encouraged to uphold fair employement practices.

How to apply

1. Complete the online application form when the intake opens
2. CA ANZ will assess your eligibility and invite you to a video interview
3. If shortlisted, you’ll interview with a potential employer