Crowe welcomes largest cohort of 10,000 Black Interns Programme

Crowe has revealed that it welcomed 18 new interns last month as part of the 10,000 Black Interns Programme.

This marks the firm’s fourth year of supporting the initiative pioneered by the 10,000 Interns Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to transforming the landscape of opportunities and experience for Black talent in the UK.

The 18 interns are based across six of the firm’s offices, with nine in London, one in Cheltenham, one in Kent, two in Manchester, three in Oldbury (3) and two in Reading.

As part of the internship, Crowe provides a minimum of six-weeks paid employment, which includes a comprehensive programme that enables the interns to gain valuable new skills and experience a professional work environment.

The interns are each supported and guided by a dedicated mentor as they navigate their internship.

Nigel Bostock, Crowe UK CEO, said: “We are really pleased to support the 10,000 Interns Foundation’s initiative for a fourth year. Since 2022, we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming many talented interns to the firm – several of whom have since secured permanent roles at Crowe.

“As a firm and as individuals, we remain committed to building inclusive environments where diversity and authenticity is celebrated. As part of this, it’s important that we do what we can to address the barriers that exist for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with the interns and following their journey during their time at Crowe so far.”

Azeem Zafar, partner, global business solutions and race, ethnicity and cultural heritage (REACH) lead at Crowe, added: “We’re thrilled this year’s interns have chosen to build new skills and lay the foundations for their future careers, whatever they may be, at Crowe. It’s been a real privilege to witness the growth of our previous interns – not only during their time with us, but also as they have taken their next step into the world of work.

“Initiatives like the 10,000 Black Interns Programme play a critical role in addressing persistent barriers that underrepresented groups face in accessing meaningful opportunities. Our aim is to build a community where everyone – regardless of background – can thrive, feel valued, reach their full potential, and see representation at all levels. This programme plays a key part in helping us to make that vision a reality.”