2026 Fall Risk Advisory Internship - Remote DC, MD, VA, TX

Job Summary

As a Risk Advisory Services Intern, you will support internal audit, internal controls, compliance, and risk management consulting. You will work closely with Senior Consultants to help identify, assess, and manage risks within client organizations. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in understanding business operations, regulatory requirements, and risk management best practices. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are key to success in this position.

Job Description

• Assist with routine tasks and projects within the risk advisory function.
• Support risk assessments, project planning, and execution of work plans.
• Evaluate business processes and IT general controls.
• Communicate ideas and findings clearly with team members and clients.
• Identify and analyze technical issues, providing recommendations to management.
• Adhere to industry regulations and professional ethics, including IIA, ISACA, GAO, and AICPA guidelines.
• Affirm management of engagement activities and ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain awareness of client needs and take initiative in day-to-day tasks.
• Support risk management efforts and uphold quality control procedures.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships through effective communication.
• Respond promptly and accurately to team and client requests.
• Adapt to client needs and evolving project requirements.
• Seek continuous learning opportunities and ways to improve processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Work environment

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Physical demands

• Minimal distractions.

Required Education And Experience

• 0 – 1 year of relevant experience.
• Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• High School Diploma or GED or High School equivalent certificate.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Actively working towards achieving CPA licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained.
• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement.

Internal audit, internal controls, compliance or risk management or other professional services environment

Duration: This is a temporary, less than six (6) month internship position.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Who We Are

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients’ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

What We Offer

• POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.
• ATTRACTION COMPENSATION PACKAGES
• Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.
• COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE
• Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.