KPMG Ace the Case 2026 - Waterloo, Ontario - KPMG Canada

Description

Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

KPMG Ace the Case 2026 will provide you the opportunity to work with your peers to develop a solution to a business problem and share it with KPMG leadership You will
ignite your passion to create solutions to real-world problems
, collaborate with students from across the country, develop your business skills and grow your network within KPMG in Canada.

The
Case Competition
for undergraduate STEM students, business students, or students looking to achieve their CPA designation will provide you with a taste of what it's like to work at KPMG in Canada, and an opportunity to participate in a spotlight session showcasing the CPA support provided by our firm. Working in teams with peers in your region, you will collaborate to solve a real-world business problem by completing a case study through a business, digital and CPA lens, receiving valuable feedback from industry professionals.

KPMG Ace the Case is ideal for students who are interested in building a career in audit, tax or advisory at KPMG.

Winners of the local competition will be invited to our national competition where teams will present their case to a panel of KPMG leaders in Toronto.

Prizes for winning teams may include KPMG swag, scholarships, a trip to Toronto, and a guaranteed interview for an open KPMG role in a future recruitment cycle

Key Dates
Applications Open
November 12, 2025

Virtual Information Sessions (sign-up
below
by Nov. 23, 2025, by 11 59pm EST)

• Eastern Canada (sign-up here) Tuesday, Nov. 25, to 12 30 pm EST
• Western Canada (sign-up here) Wednesday, Nov. 26, to 12 30 pm PST
• National French Session (sign-up here) Thursday, Nov to 12 30 pm EST
• Drop-In National Q&A Session (sign-up here) Tuesday, Jan. 6, to 4 pm EST

Applications Close
January 11, 2026

Local Competition
Two days between January 17 - February 1, 2026

National Competition
February 16-18, 2026

What You Will Do
Hosted by KPMG professionals, you will be trained by industry leaders to succeed in the case competition. We will be hosting case writing and presentation skills workshops. The knowledge you'll gain from these workshops will be valuable to you at school, in other business competitions, and later in your professional career. These elements make KPMG Ace the Case a once in a lifetime opportunity

Each winning team from the various local competitions will receive the opportunity to compete in the national competition in Toronto. In addition to meeting students from across the country you will get the opportunity to network with KPMG leaders from across the business and grow your connections with our firm.

How can you apply?
Please apply to our posting on our student careers website. You will be given the opportunity on the application to indicate your office location preference for the future. We are excited to offer a variety of both virtual and in-person local competitions, tailored to different office locations. On the application, please indicate which local competition you would prefer to participate in (please consider your office location preference for the future, when making your decision).

• Toronto (In-person) Friday, Jan 30 - Saturday, Jan 31
• Vancouver (In-person) Friday, Jan 23 & Saturday, Jan 31
• Calgary Local Competition (In-person) Friday, Jan 23 & Friday, Jan 30
• Montreal Local Competition (In-person) Friday, Jan 23 & Saturday, Jan 31
• National Local Competition (Virtual) Friday, Jan 23 - Saturday, Jan 24

What You Bring To The Role
To participate in KPMG Ace the Case 2026, you must be currently

• Enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution
• Not employed at KPMG (or holding a future-dated offer)
• Planning to pursue a career at KPMG
• In your first to third year of an undergraduate business or STEM program

Interested students may apply as an individual and will submit

• Resume
• Latest unofficial transcript (not required for first years)
• Please note there is no cover letter requirement - In the event that the application process asks for the submission of a cover letter, you have the option to submit either your resume or an unofficial transcript as an alternative.

If selected, students will be grouped into teams. Teams will meet the following criteria

• Four to six students per team
• Teams will be composed of more than one gender identity
• Mix of STEM students, business students and/or students looking to achieve their CPA designation

All applications must be received no later than
January 11, 2026.
Those invited to participate will receive their invitation to the local competition within two weeks of the application deadline.

If you experience any difficulties with the online system, please contact ca-

Join the competition and kick-start your career by making your mark with KPMG

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity
, we do what is right |
Excellence
, we never stop learning and improving |
Courage
, we think and act boldly |
Together
, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences |
For Better
, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling