Business Process Consulting Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information, enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations, including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls. Those in internal audit at PwC help build, optimise and deliver end-to-end internal audit services to clients in all industries. This includes IA function setup and transformation, co-sourcing, outsourcing and managed services, using AI and other risk technology and delivery models. IA capabilities are combined with other industry and technical expertise, in areas like cyber, forensics and compliance, to address the full spectrum of risks. This helps organisations harness the power of IA to protect value, navigate disruption, and obtain confidence to take risks that power growth.

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success. During your time at the Firm, you start to establish your personal brand, paving the way to more opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support teams in conducting internal audits and evaluating internal controls
• Participate in the analysis and interpretation of financial statements using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Assist in the application of Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards to support accurate financial reporting
• Engage in business process improvement initiatives to optimize operational efficiency
• Utilize data visualization techniques to present audit findings and insights effectively
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage expectations and improve relationships
• Contribute to project management tasks to achieve audit objectives within specified timelines
• Apply IT audit methodologies to assess information technology infrastructure and controls
• Conduct risk analysis to identify potential issues and recommend mitigation strategies
• Support the development and implementation of operational risk management processes
• Assist in report writing to summarize audit results and provide actionable recommendations

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
• Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application
• Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student's final year of school
• Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student's final year of school

Qualifications

• Preference for one of the following field(s) of study: Accounting, Accounting & Technology, Accounting & Finance, Management Information Systems & Accounting, or Business Administration/Management
• Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
• Demonstrating proficiency in Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards
• Excelling in Business Process Improvement and Data Analysis
• Utilizing Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Auditing Standards (GAAS)
• Supporting teams with Internal Audit and IT Audit tasks
• Developing skills in Project Management and Stakeholder Management
• Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes

Skills

• Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development
• Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others
• Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential
• Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas
• Seek, reflect on, act on, and give feedback
• Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns
• Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness
• Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g., refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements

Pay

The salary range for this position is: $29.25 – $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.