Business Process Consulting Intern - Summer 2027

PwC•Washington, DC

21h•$29 - $48

About The Position

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 to harness the power of IA to help the organisation protect value and navigate disruption, and obtain confidence to take risks to 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. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: 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, 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. As a Business Process Consulting Intern, you will engage in a dynamic environment where you will support teams in conducting internal audits and evaluating organizational controls and processes. This role offers you the chance to delve into the world of audit and assurance, focusing on internal audit practices. You will gain exposure to accounting and financial reporting standards, stakeholder management, and data modeling. As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices. You will support teams by participating in projects, performing basic tasks, and conducting research. This role emphasizes an observational and participatory approach, allowing you to learn from experienced professionals while contributing to the team's success. You will have the opportunity to develop your personal brand and build commercial awareness in a supportive environment.

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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