Boston Internal Audit and Financial Advisory Intern - 2027

Protiviti•Boston, MA

1d•$28 - $38•Hybrid

About The Position

Protiviti’s Internal Audit and Financial Advisory interns work with clients, typically leading global companies, to help deliver high-quality, client-focused solutions to complex business problems. Interns may work across industries and participate in internal initiatives, receiving hands-on training and developing technical, professional, and leadership capabilities. The internship includes Liftoff with Protiviti onboarding, The Intern Challenge experiential learning course, and a preview of Foundations, Protiviti’s entry-level full-time career opportunity. Interns are hired into either Business Process Audit and Advisory or Technology Audit and Advisory. Business Process Audit and Advisory focuses on assessing business processes, emerging risks, regulatory and compliance requirements, controls, security, corporate governance, and operational efficiency. Technology Audit and Advisory addresses technology-related risks and opportunities, including cybersecurity, AI risk, data governance, cloud, privacy, software development, technology resilience, controls, compliance, and technology governance. Protiviti uses a hybrid work model combining in-person and remote work. Interns may work in local Protiviti offices and at client sites, with local or out-of-state travel depending on client and project needs. Interns are expected to be available to work in the designated location during business hours for the entire internship. Interns do not accrue company-paid Choice Time Off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant discipline, such as Accounting, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Finance, Information Systems, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
Currently enrolled in a degree program and expected to graduate within 12 months after completing the internship.
Authorization to work in the United States for Protiviti without sponsorship now or in the future.
Demonstrated proficiency in using AI tools for analytical and research tasks, such as Microsoft Copilot or generative AI tools.
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 independently and as part of a team.
Strong academic background and ability to evaluate, synthesize, organize, and interpret data.
Relevant understanding of internal audit processes, emerging technologies, frameworks, and audit objectives.
Experience handling and analyzing data and 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 use 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.
Growth mindset, openness to feedback and guidance, and ability to contribute to meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality, client-focused solutions to complex business problems.
Support clients in assessing business processes, identifying and mitigating risks, and developing solutions and best practices.
Help clients address regulatory and compliance requirements and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes.
Contribute to internal audit activities involving risk management, control monitoring and testing, security, and corporate governance.
Support technology audit and advisory work across areas such as cybersecurity, AI risk, data governance, cloud, privacy, software development, technology resilience, and technology governance.
Participate in training, project work, internal initiatives, and professional development activities.