Crowe marks fourth year of supporting 10,000 Black Interns Programme by welcoming new intake
National audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm Crowe has welcomed Sara Imafidon Evboboru, Perpetual Nimley, Zainab Adewuyi and Maria Nwosu to its Oldbury and Cheltenham offices as part of its continued support of the 10,000 Black Interns Programme.
This year marks Crowe’s fourth consecutive year partnering with the initiative, which is led 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.
This year, Crowe has been joined by 18 interns across the UK in its largest cohort to date.
The 18 interns are based across six of the firm’s offices with three in Oldbury, one in Cheltenham, nine in London, two in Manchester, two in Reading, and one in and Kent.
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.
Ross Prince, managing partner of Crowe’s Midlands and south west offices, said: “We’re proud to continue our partnership with the 10,000 Black Interns Programme.
“Driving meaningful societal change is essential, and it requires collective, intentional action to break down barriers and create opportunities that are truly accessible to all.
“It’s been a pleasure to welcome Sara Evboboru, Perpetual Nimley, and Zainab Adewuyi to our Oldbury office, and Maria Nwosu to our Cheltenham office, as part of this year’s cohort of 18 interns.
“Our goal is to provide a truly hands-on experience for our interns, and it’s been inspiring to watch them embrace the opportunity with energy and enthusiasm.
“Over the course of their time with us, they have tackled live projects, built new skills in workshops and enriched our teams with their fresh perspectives.
“We thank them for choosing Crowe and are excited for their bright futures ahead.”
Sara Imafidon Evboboru, an intern based in Crowe’s Oldbury office, said: “I've really enjoyed my time at Crowe. Coming from a STEM background, I wanted to see how my skills could transfer to the business.
“I also wanted to build my confidence, expand my network, explore if a career in professional services is right for me, and honestly just gain exposure to a space I'm not familiar with.
“I think it is essential for firms like Crowe to participate in initiatives like the 10,000 Black Interns Programme as this affects me personally.
“I’m someone who didn't come from a traditional finance background – I studied Chemical Engineering – and I'm from a Nigerian household where a corporate career didn’t seem accessible.
“This shows that Crowe isn't just ticking a box, but is actively creating a space for people like to me to succeed. By being here, I hope to show other black students they belong in these spaces too.”
Nigel Bostock, chief executive of Crowe UK, 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.”
Pictured: Ross Prince, Perpetual Nimley and Zainab Adewuyi