Jessica Forbes
About Jessica Forbes
Jessica Forbes is a Work Experience Intern currently at KPMG Australia and has served as a Student Ambassador at CPA Australia since 2018. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Queensland and has previous retail experience at Petbarn and Blockbuster Australia.
Work at KPMG Australia
Jessica Forbes has been working as a Work Experience Intern at KPMG Australia since 2018. In this role, she has gained exposure to various aspects of the professional services industry. Her internship has allowed her to develop practical skills and insights that complement her academic background.
Current Role at CPA Australia
Since 2018, Jessica Forbes has served as a Student Ambassador for CPA Australia. In this position, she engages with fellow students and promotes the benefits of pursuing a career in accounting and finance. Her role involves representing CPA Australia at events and providing support to students in their professional journey.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Forbes completed her Bachelor of Science at the University of Queensland from 2012 to 2016. This educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in scientific principles and analytical skills. Additionally, she attended St Aidan's Anglican Girls' School from 2004 to 2010, where she completed her secondary education.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current roles, Jessica Forbes gained retail experience at Petbarn in Brisbane, Queensland, where she worked part-time from 2014 to 2018. She also worked at Blockbuster Australia as a retail sales associate from 2011 to 2012. Furthermore, she interned at Trade & Investment Queensland in the International Education and Training Unit for two months in 2017.