2027 Internal Audit Summer Internship

Brown Brothers Harriman•Boston, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This 10-week internship program is designed to immerse participants in BBH’s culture and various lines of business, offering hands-on exposure to audit planning, fieldwork, risk assessment, and control evaluation within a professional financial services environment. The program aims to provide real-world experience, build practical business skills, and develop a foundation for a career in finance. Interns will contribute to meaningful Internal Audit projects, learn from industry experts, and strengthen communication and leadership skills through workshops, presentations, and networking opportunities. The environment is collaborative and inclusive, encouraging diverse perspectives and teamwork. Interns are expected to be on-site daily to immerse themselves in the company culture and accelerate professional development. Opportunities to participate in the BBHcares philanthropy program are also available.

Requirements

Current college junior entering senior year in Fall 2027.
Interest in the audit profession, finance, business, accounting, risk management, or related fields.
Strong academic achievement, demonstrated by a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and accountability through academic, work, volunteer, or extracurricular experiences.
Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a questioning mindset.
Intermediate proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, including common formulas, basic charts, and pivot tables for simple analysis and presentation.

Responsibilities

Contribute to meaningful Internal Audit projects that build practical experience in risk assessment, internal controls evaluation, audit testing, documentation, and communicating findings.
Assess risks and controls, execute audit testing, document results, communicate findings, support business improvement recommendations, and follow up on corrective actions.
Gain an understanding of the audit process, including planning, fieldwork, testing, documentation, reporting, and issue follow-up.
Develop familiarity with internal control frameworks, regulatory expectations, and audit standards, including SOX and COSO.
Participate in discussions with business partners and senior leaders to better understand departmental risks, control activities, and opportunities for process improvement.
Partner with interns across business lines on a capstone project that addresses a meaningful business challenge and present recommendations to senior leadership.