Audit IT Assurance Intern - Summer 2027

Grant Thornton•Tulsa, OK

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The IT Audit Assurance Intern will deliver IT audit services to clients, including testing and assessment of information systems controls in support of financial statement audits. The intern will work as part of an engagement team alongside Partners, Managers, and Senior Executives. The role applies knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and opportunities for process improvement, while building an understanding of clients’ operations, processes, and business objectives. This internship follows Grant Thornton’s hybrid work model and requires in-person attendance at least three days per week at a Grant Thornton office or client site. The role may require short-notice travel and additional hours as necessary. Interns may participate in recruiting and business development activities and are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, the employee assistance program, at least 72 hours of paid sick leave, and pay for firm holidays occurring during the internship. Interns are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, MIS, or a related field.
Desire to pursue a CPA, CISA, CISSP, CIA, or CISM license or certification.
Some related work experience in public accounting or equivalent delivering controls-based services and auditing IT General Controls in support of financial statement audits across industries and technologies.
Information security experience or information security training.
Exceptional client service and communication skills.
Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Effective project and time-management skills to handle multiple priorities and simultaneous projects.
Enthusiasm to learn through structured, on-the-job, and self-directed training.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to travel on short notice and work additional hours as necessary.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employment-based visa sponsorship; visa sponsorship is not available.
Minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree.
Understanding of generally accepted practices for testing Key Reports and Application Controls.

Responsibilities

Deliver IT audit services to clients, including testing and assessing information systems controls in support of financial statement audits.
Apply knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and opportunities for process improvement.
Maintain professionalism and rapport with clients; interact proactively with key client management to manage expectations, support client satisfaction, meet deadlines, and resolve problems.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of assigned client operations, processes, and business objectives and apply that knowledge to engagements.
Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.
Meet or exceed IT Assurance metrics, including billable hours, CPE, and time-delinquency measures.
Participate in business development activities as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.