“Does an accounting internship count towards the CFA 4,000-hour work experience requirement?”

The CFA Institute requires candidates to have 4,000 hours of relevant work experience, completed in a minimum of three years, to be eligible for the CFA Charter. This experience must involve sophisticated investment decision-making processes, educating people about investment decision-making processes, or supervising those who conduct such work. Whether an Accounting internship qualifies can depend on the nature of the work undertaken during the internship. If your internship involves substantial analytical, evaluative, or decision-support tasks related to investment or finance – for example, financial analysis, research, or investment advisory functions – it may be considered relevant. It’s important to document the specific tasks and responsibilities associated with your internship and compare them to the CFA Institute’s work experience requirements. Ultimately, a detailed review of the internship duties is necessary to determine eligibility, and candidates often have to provide supporting documentation for the CFA Institute’s assessment.