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

PricewaterhouseCoopers Schweiz; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

PwC Detroit is seeking an Intern in the Assurance practice to gain hands-on experience, participate in projects, and learn PwC methodologies while developing your professional brand.

You will support audit teams, observe experienced auditors, and contribute to data quality and controls assessments, with opportunities to engage in AI-enabled audit initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, MIS, Business Analytics, CIS, or IT.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA overall.
• Must meet CPA exam eligibility or CISA licensure requirements in intended state.
• Intern roles are entry-level; typically third year of a four-year program or fourth year of a five-year program.

Responsibilities

• Support audit teams in independent assessments of financial reporting.
• Apply auditing methodologies to enhance transparency and compliance.
• Observe and learn from experienced auditors to gain regulatory insights.
• Assist in evaluating internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Engage in data quality assurance and validation tasks.
• Collaborate with teams to apply cloud engineering principles in audit processes.
• Contribute to development and testing of AI platforms for audit purposes.
• Gather information to analyze facts and discern patterns in financial data.
• Develop personal and professional skills in audit and assurance.

Skills

Active listening

Communication skills

AI in auditing

Team collaboration

Auditing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems

Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics

Bachelor's degree in Computer and Information Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

AI platforms

Cloud technologies

Job description

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Detroit - DAT - Intern, you will engage in a dynamic learning environment, gaining exposure to PwC's practices and methodologies. You will support teams by participating in projects and conducting research, contributing to the success of the team while developing your personal brand. Within our Assurance practice, you will be part of a team that provides independent and objective assessments, helping clients focus on driving their business forward.

As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to professional work environments. You will perform basic tasks, observe, and participate in projects, applying a learning mindset to develop your potential. You will be encouraged to actively listen, ask questions, and express ideas clearly, while appreciating diverse perspectives and contributing to the team's success.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting unique challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow, paving the way to more opportunities within PwC. You will be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions and encourages you to take initiative and produce quality work.

Responsibilities

• Supporting audit teams in conducting independent assessments of financial reporting
• Participating in the application of auditing methodologies to enhance transparency and compliance
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to gain insights into regulatory requirements
• Assisting in the evaluation of internal controls and governance frameworks
• Engaging in basic tasks related to data quality assurance and validation processes
• Collaborating with teams to apply cloud engineering principles in audit processes
• Contributing to the development and testing of artificial intelligence platforms for audit purposes
• Gathering information to analyze facts and discern patterns in financial data
• Applying a learning mindset to develop personal and professional skills in audit and assurance

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 auditing methodologies
• Participating in financial reporting and decision-making processes
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors
• Applying a learning mindset to develop personal skills
• Demonstrating active listening and communication skills

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Job Posting End Date

October 16, 2026

Salary

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Visa / Sponsorship

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.

How We Work

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

Fair Chance Ordinance

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.