Grant Thornton recognized for excellence in campus recruitment with 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward award

January 23, 2025 at 11:30 AM EST

Firm earns top honors across five categories

Grant Thornton, one of America’s largest brands of professionals providing end-to-end audit, assurance, tax and advisory services, has been named a 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward “Best in Class” Award winner. This prestigious recognition highlights the firm’s achievements across key areas such as recruitment strategies, technology innovation, candidate experience, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEI&B) and internship programming — earning top honors in each category.

“This award is a testament to the exceptional work of our University Recruiting team and their unwavering commitment to building a world-class talent pipeline,” said Jeanna Shapiro, Grant Thornton’s chief people officer. “By integrating innovative strategies, fostering an inclusive approach and prioritizing meaningful experiences, we’re not only connecting with the next generation of professionals but also shaping the future of Grant Thornton. This recognition inspires us to continue raising the bar in attracting and supporting top talent who will help drive our firm’s success for years to come and enhance our ability to serve clients.”

The RippleMatch Campus Forward Awards recognize organizations that are setting the standard in campus recruitment. Grant Thornton earned this distinction for its bold approach and commitment to creating impactful opportunities that resonate with the next generation of professionals.

The firm’s recruitment strategy blends in-person events at key schools with virtual events in collaboration with Grant Thornton’s Business Resource Groups to reach diverse talent. This hybrid approach, combined with personalized communication, recruiter support and tailored mentorship, fosters a positive candidate experience. The firm’s internship program further builds on this foundation, offering a well-rounded experience with client work, performance feedback, skill-building training and community service initiatives.

“Recognition from the RippleMatch Campus Forward Awards highlights the university recruiting team’s dedication to innovation, collaboration and delivering meaningful results,” said Missy Heusinger, Grant Thornton’s director of university recruiting. “These accolades reflect our commitment to excellence — whether through program execution, process improvements, or providing an outstanding experience for students and stakeholders alike. We know we will build on this progress and continue delivering the best candidate experiences possible.”

For more information about Grant Thornton’s University Recruiting program, visit https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/students.

About Grant Thornton

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

Grant Thornton LLP, Grant Thornton Advisors LLC and their respective subsidiaries operate as an alternative practice structure (APS). The APS conforms with applicable laws, regulations and professional standards, including those from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

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