Austin - Digital Assurance & Transparency (DAT) - Intern - Summer 2027

PwC South Africa; Austin (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC South Africa in Austin offers an Intern in Digital Assurance role focused on learning and contributing to audit projects. You will perform basic tasks, conduct research, observe professionals, and support teams across financial reporting and governance processes.

The internship emphasizes developing commercial awareness, taking initiative, and delivering quality work that adds value. Travel up to 20% is expected as part of diverse client exposure, with CPA or CISA licensure eligibility

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MIS, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, or Information Technology.
• At least a 3.0 overall GPA.
• Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam or CISA licensure eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Supporting audit teams in conducting financial assessments and evaluations.
• Participating in applying auditing methodologies to enhance transparency and compliance.
• Assisting in the preparation and analysis of financial reports to support decision-making.
• Engaging in research activities to gather data and insights for audit processes.
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to gain exposure to industry practices.
• Contributing to the development of cloud engineering solutions for audit processes.
• Applying compliance auditing techniques to verify adherence to regulatory standards.
• Collaborating with team members to identify and address potential risks in financial reporting.
• Utilizing AI platforms to streamline audit procedures and improve efficiency.
• Developing a foundational understanding of internal controls and governance frameworks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Research abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/MIS/Business Analytics/CS/IT

Tools

Excel

Job description

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Assurance Management Level Intern/Trainee Job Description & Summary The Opportunity As an Intern in Digital Assurance, you will engage in a dynamic environment where you will support teams and participate in projects, focusing on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices. You will perform basic tasks and conduct research while observing professional work environments, contributing to the team's success. Within our Assurance practice, you will be part of a team that provides independent assessments, helping clients enhance their financial reporting and decision-making processes. As an Intern, you will adopt a learning mindset and take ownership of your development, appreciating diverse perspectives and actively listening to understand and express ideas clearly. You will gather information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns, committing to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness. In this role, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting unique challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow, encouraging you to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success.

Responsibilities

• Supporting audit teams in conducting financial assessments and evaluations
• Participating in the application of auditing methodologies to enhance transparency and compliance
• Assisting in the preparation and analysis of financial reports to support decision-making
• Engaging in research activities to gather data and insights for audit processes
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to gain exposure to industry practices
• Contributing to the development of cloud engineering solutions for audit processes
• Applying compliance auditing techniques to verify adherence to regulatory standards
• Collaborating with team members to identify and address potential risks in financial reporting
• Utilizing artificial intelligence platforms to streamline audit procedures and improve efficiency
• Developing a foundational understanding of internal controls and governance frameworks

What You Must Have

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, Information Technology
• At least a 3.0 overall GPA
• Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment or the educational requirements for licensure as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Client service intern positions are considered entry-level roles. Candidates are typically in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for a 3.5 overall GPA
• Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
• Supporting client teams with digital assurance tasks
• Participating in auditing methodologies and compliance processes
• Learning and applying cloud engineering principles
• Observing and contributing to financial reporting projects
• Developing skills in active listening and communication

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Job Posting End Date September 26, 2026.

The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

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Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We’ll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.