EY - Consulting - Risk - Digital Risk - Intern - Summer 2026, application via RippleMatch

RippleMatch Opportunities • Chicago, IL

9d • $36 - $40

About The Position

At EY Consulting, we are building a better working world by transforming businesses through the power of people, technology, and innovation. Our clients are at the heart of what we do. We’re focused on solving the key issues of our client buyers, building deeper relationships, and generating lasting value with significant impact. Our firm sets the standard for consulting services, fostering an environment that encourages career ownership at every stage. As a part of our Digital Risk team, you'll be at the forefront of this dynamic service line, driving change and delivering solutions that revolutionize business operations. You’ll help our clients in transformation and innovation efforts: driving growth, reducing costs, and managing risks proactively. Are you a tech-savvy with a risk mindset who is passionate about making an impact in our rapidly evolving world through the power of people, technology, and innovation? Our digital risk practices work to understand our clients’ overall technology strategy to effectively manage risk while transforming their business. We are proactively advising clients on potential risks and opportunities with how they leverage these exciting technologies across their business. As an intern in our Digital Risk practice, you will have the opportunity to help transform businesses by tackling the most complex challenges with our clients in the areas of cyber, cloud, resilience, third party risk management, IT risk management and more. You will collaborate with clients from various sectors, ensuring they have robust risk reduction practices and solutions in place to enable, grow and safeguard their business. Our professionals are focused in three different industry sectors within which there are various opportunities available to start your career. During the recruitment process you will have the opportunity to express your preferences. The sectors are: The Financial Services Organization (FSO) serves clients across the following industries: Banking & Capital Markets, Insurance, and Wealth & Asset Management. The National Consulting practice serves clients across a variety of industries including, but not limited to: Consumer, Retail, Health, Life Sciences, Industrial Products, Mobility, Oil & Gas, Power & Utilities, Private Equity, Media, Technology, and Telecommunications. The Government and Public Sector (GPS) serves federal clients, as well as state and local agencies and higher education institutions.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing bachelor’s or master's degree in management information systems/technology, Computer Science, Business Analytics orr a related discipline with optional minors in Finance, Economics, Business or other related areas.
• A passion for technology and an ardent desire to work in risk management.
• The ability to analyze complicated financial, operational, and IT processes to find risks, evaluate controls that manage those risks, and spot any weaknesses.
• U.S. citizenship is required for candidates applying to the Government & Public Sector practice, along with the ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher within the specified timeframe, as determined by engagement requirements.
• Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver’s license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.

Nice To Haves

• A purpose-driven and growth-oriented professional with a passion for learning, a collaborative mindset, and a proven ability to innovate, adapt, and leverage technology to drive meaningful change in dynamic business environments.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong academic foundation in business and/or technology and demonstrated ability to evaluate complex issues and develop effective solutions.

Benefits

• At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
• The hourly pay range for this job, in the US, is $35.63 - $40.19 per hour. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data.
• If you join EY full time after your internship, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. In addition, our Total Rewards package for full time hires includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees