Atlanta Internal Audit and Financial Advisory Intern - 2027

Protiviti•Atlanta, GA

23h•$28 - $38•Hybrid

About The Position

Protiviti’s Internal Audit and Financial Advisory internship gives interns the opportunity to work with clients, typically leading global companies, and collaborate with teams to address complex business problems. Interns gain experience across industries and develop technical, professional, and leadership capabilities through client work, internal initiatives, hands-on training, and interaction with practice leaders. Talent Managers assign project experiences suited to interns’ career growth, skills, and business needs, while a network of advisors offers guidance and support. The internship includes Liftoff with Protiviti, an award-winning live-virtual onboarding experience, and The Intern Challenge, an experiential learning course. Interns may be hired into Business Process Audit and Advisory or Technology Audit and Advisory. Business Process Audit and Advisory focuses on business processes, emerging risks, compliance, controls, security, corporate governance, and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of business functions. Technology Audit and Advisory addresses technology risks and opportunities, including cybersecurity, AI risk, data governance, cloud, privacy, software development, technology resilience, controls, regulatory compliance, and technology governance. The role follows Protiviti’s hybrid model, combining purposeful in-person work with remote work. Interns may work in local offices and at client sites, with local or out-of-state travel depending on project and client needs. Interns must be available during business hours in the designated location for the entire internship. Interns do not accrue company-paid Choice Time Off.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in a relevant discipline and expected to graduate within 12 months after completing the internship.
Relevant discipline may include Accounting, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Finance, Information Systems, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
Authorized to work in the United States for Protiviti without sponsorship now or in the future.
Demonstrated proficiency applying AI tools to analytical and research tasks, such as Microsoft Copilot or GenAI.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to apply critical thinking and innovation to client engagements across industries.
Technical proficiency aligned with the assigned capability area.
Ability to work effectively both in teams and independently.
Creativity and analytical thinking in problem-solving; ability to evaluate, synthesize, organize, and interpret data effectively.
Growth mindset, willingness to seek feedback and guidance, and a strong academic background.
Understanding of internal audit processes, emerging technologies, frameworks, and audit objectives.
Ability to handle and analyze information in various formats to identify insights and draw actionable conclusions.
Experience with modern tools and technologies, including Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization tools such as Power BI.
Entry-level proficiency in software development, best practices, and methodologies.
Ability to leverage AI tools with human judgment to improve delivery efficiency and the quality of client insights and outcomes.
Must be at least 18 years old at the time of the internship.

Nice To Haves

Interest in advanced analytics and automation technologies, such as Alteryx, Microsoft Power Platform, or Python.
Drive toward obtaining professional certifications.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality, client-focused solutions to complex business problems.
Work with clients across industries and contribute to client projects and internal initiatives.
Apply internal audit and advisory practices within either Business Process Audit and Advisory or Technology Audit and Advisory.
Analyze business processes, risks, controls, data, and technology in support of client engagements.
Participate in onboarding, experiential learning, hands-on training, and professional development activities.
Work with Talent Managers and advisors to develop skills and support career growth.