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

PwC South Africa; Rosemont (IL); On-site; Confidential; Part time

Job summary

PwC South Africa in Rosemont, IL is seeking a DAT Tech - Intern to gain hands-on experience within PwC's Assurance practice. You will support data, analytics, and technology solutions on client projects while learning audit and regulatory processes.

This internship emphasizes a learning mindset, offering exposure to Alteryx, data wrangling, and data visualization as you develop professional skills and a personal brand under guidance from experienced auditors.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MIS, Business Analytics, CS, IT, or Business Administration/Management.
• At least a 3.0 overall GPA.
• Client service intern positions are considered entry-level roles; typically third year of a four-year degree or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teams in delivering data, analytics, and technology solutions
• Participating in projects focused on enhancing transparency and trust in financial reporting
• Conducting basic tasks and research to assist in the assessment of financial information
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to gain insights into regulatory compliance
• Applying data analysis techniques to support decision-making processes
• Utilizing Alteryx for automating analytics and data processing tasks
• Engaging in data wrangling to prepare raw data for analysis
• Developing skills in data visualization to communicate insights effectively
• Collaborating with team members to improve business processes and optimize performance
• Accepting feedback constructively to enhance personal and professional growth

Skills

Data analytics

Alteryx

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/MIS/Business Analytics/CS/IT/Business Administration/Management

Tools

Alteryx

Job description

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

The Opportunity As a DAT Tech - Intern, you will engage in a dynamic learning environment, gaining exposure to PwC's practices and methodologies within our Assurance practice. You will support teams by participating in projects that focus on data, analytics, and technology solutions, contributing to the success of our client support initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to observe and learn from experienced professionals, enhancing your understanding of audit and assurance processes. As an Intern, you will focus on developing your skills by supporting teams with basic tasks and conducting research. You will have the chance to observe professional work environments and learn about building your personal brand. This role emphasizes a learning mindset, encouraging you to actively listen, ask questions, and express ideas clearly. You will gather information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns, contributing to the team's success. In this role, you will be part of a team that delivers technology-enabled solutions focused on trust and transparency. You will gain confidence in your financial reporting and decision-making abilities, while upholding transparency, integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements. This experience will pave the way for future opportunities and personal growth within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teams in delivering data, analytics, and technology solutions
• Participating in projects focused on enhancing transparency and trust in financial reporting
• Conducting basic tasks and research to assist in the assessment of financial information
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to gain insights into regulatory compliance
• Applying data analysis techniques to support decision-making processes
• Utilizing Alteryx for automating analytics and data processing tasks
• Engaging in data wrangling to prepare raw data for analysis
• Developing skills in data visualization to communicate insights effectively
• Collaborating with team members to improve business processes and optimize performance
• Accepting feedback constructively to enhance personal and professional growth

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, Business Administration/Management
• At least a 3.0 overall GPA
• 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
• 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)
• Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
• Gaining exposure to PwC's trusted assurance services
• Supporting teams with basic tasks and research
• Participating in projects focused on data, analytics, and technology solutions
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors in a client support role

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, 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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