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

PwC South Africa; Charlotte (NC); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC is seeking a Digital Assurance Intern in Charlotte, NC to support audit teams, observe professional practices, and contribute to digital assurance tasks. The role emphasizes learning, applying auditing methodologies, and gaining exposure to financial reporting within client engagements.

Candidates should be pursuing or have completed a relevant bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA and be eligible to sit for CPA or CISA licensure. Travel up to 20% is possible.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed Bachelor's degree in one of the listed fields.
• Minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
• Before starting full-time at PwC, meet educational requirements to sit for CPA or for CISA licensure.

Responsibilities

• Support audit teams by participating in digital assurance tasks.
• Observe and learn from experienced auditors to gain insights into financial reporting and compliance.
• Assist in applying auditing methodologies to enhance transparency and integrity in assessments.
• Engage in basic research and data analysis to contribute to project goals.
• Participate in development and testing of AI platforms for audit processes.
• Collaborate with team members to apply cloud engineering principles in audit tasks.
• Gather and analyze information to identify patterns and support decision-making.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree fields: Accounting, MIS, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, Information Technology

Job description

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Assurance Management Level Intern/Trainee Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Digital Assurance Intern, you will engage in a dynamic learning environment where you will support teams and participate in projects that enhance your understanding of auditing methodologies and digital assurance practices. Within our Assurance practice, you will gain exposure to financial reporting and decision-making processes, contributing to the transparency and integrity of client engagements. This role offers a unique opportunity to observe and learn from experienced professionals, helping you build a foundation in audit and assurance. As an Intern, you will focus on developing your skills through active participation and observation. You will be encouraged to apply a learning mindset, take ownership of your development, and appreciate diverse perspectives. Your role will involve conducting research, performing basic tasks, and supporting teams in delivering value to clients. In this role, you will have the chance to work on various assignments, each presenting different challenges and scope, allowing you to establish your personal brand and pave the way for future opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Supporting audit teams by participating in the execution of digital assurance tasks
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to gain insights into financial reporting and compliance
• Assisting in the application of auditing methodologies to enhance transparency and integrity in assessments
• Engaging in basic research and data analysis to contribute to project goals
• Participating in the development and testing of artificial intelligence platforms for audit processes
• Collaborating with team members to apply cloud engineering principles in audit tasks
• Gathering and analyzing information to identify patterns and support decision-making
• Applying compliance and governance standards to uphold ethical practices within the organization
• Actively listening and accepting feedback to improve personal and professional development
• Contributing to the team's success by taking initiative and producing quality work

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
• Gaining exposure to auditing methodologies and compliance standards
• Participating in projects focused on financial reporting and decision-making
• Supporting teams with client-focused assurance services
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors in a professional environment
• Developing skills in active listening and accepting feedback

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.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

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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