EIC Internal Audit Intern

cw; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an EIC Internal Audit Intern for an 8–10 week summer program in Chicago. You will gain hands-on experience across financial, operational, IT, and SOX auditing, with mentorship and structured development.

You will engage in risk assessment, data analysis, and governance learning within a global public company environment. Responsibilities include audit planning, testing controls, SOX documentation, and presenting learnings.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• As an Internal Audit Intern, support various phases of the audit lifecycle under guidance of experienced team members.
• Assist with audit planning, risk identification, testing and documentation of controls.
• Contribute to SOX compliance efforts, including testing and process documentation.
• Prepare audit workpapers and summarize findings; use data analysis tools for testing and reporting.
• Participate in team meetings and present key learnings at internship conclusion.

Skills

Communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, Data Analytics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title

EIC Internal Audit Intern

Job Description Summary

Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global commercial real estate services firm with more than 50,000 professionals across 400 offices worldwide. Our Internal Audit Internship offers an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a dynamic, global organization while developing foundational skills in financial, operational, IT, and SOX auditing.

Over the course of this 8–10 week summer program, interns will work alongside experienced audit professionals and contribute to real audit engagements. You will gain exposure to risk assessment, internal controls, data analysis, and stakeholder communication while building a strong understanding of governance and process improvement within a public company environment.

In addition to meaningful project work, interns participate in structured onboarding, mentorship, leadership exposure, and professional development programming designed to support long‑term career growth.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

As an Internal Audit Intern, you will support various phases of the audit lifecycle under the guidance of experienced team members. Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with audit planning activities, process walkthroughs, and risk identification
• Supporting the testing and documentation of financial, operational, and IT controls
• Contributing to SOX compliance efforts, including testing and process documentation
• Preparing audit workpapers and summarizing findings
• Using data analysis tools to support audit testing and reporting
• Participating in team meetings and presenting key learnings at the conclusion of the internship

Interns may gain exposure across multiple audit areas, including financial reporting, business operations, technology, and regulatory compliance.

What You’ll Gain

• Practical experience in internal audit within a global public company
• Exposure to financial, operational, IT, and SOX processes
• Mentorship from audit leaders and professionals
• Insight into risk management, internal controls, and governance
• Opportunities to network across Finance, Technology, and Internal Audit

Qualifications

Required:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred:

• Interest in internal audit, risk management, or technology
• Exposure to coursework in accounting, auditing, or information systems
• Familiarity with data analysis or visualization tools

Why Cushman & Wakefield

Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful work experience, professional development, and exposure to leadership. Interns are treated as valued members of the team and given the opportunity to contribute to real projects that impact the business.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $22.10 - $26.00Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

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