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

PwC South Africa; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; Confidential; Part time

Job summary

PwC Phoenix is seeking a DAT intern to gain exposure to assurance practices, supporting audit teams with basic tasks, research, and project participation. You will learn PwC methodologies, observe professional work environments, and contribute to client projects while developing your personal brand.

Applicants should be pursuing or have completed a relevant Bachelor's degree, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and meet CPA or CISA eligibility requirements. Travel up to 20% may apply.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, MIS, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, or Information Technology.
• Must have at least a 3.0 overall GPA.
• Before starting full-time at PwC, eligible to sit for CPA in the intended state or licensure as CISA.
• Entry-level client service internship; typically in later years of a degree program.

Responsibilities

• Support audit teams with independent evaluations of financial reporting.
• Assist applying auditing methodologies to enhance transparency and compliance.
• Assist in assessing internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Engage in data validation to maintain data quality and reliability.
• Learn from experienced auditors and contribute to assurance projects.

Education

Bachelor's degree in 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

The Opportunity As a Phoenix - DAT - 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, conducting research, and performing basic tasks that contribute to the team's success. This role offers a unique opportunity to observe professional work environments and develop your personal brand. As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices. You will support teams with basic tasks, observe and learn from experienced professionals, and participate in projects. This role emphasizes the importance of adopting a learning mindset and taking ownership of your development. You will be encouraged to actively listen, ask questions, and clearly express ideas, all while appreciating diverse perspectives. In this role, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting different challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow, paving the way to more opportunities. You will be a reliable, contributing member of a team, adding value for our clients and contributing to our team’s success.

Responsibilities

• Supporting audit teams in conducting independent evaluations of financial reporting
• Participating in the application of auditing methodologies to enhance transparency and compliance
• Assisting in the assessment of internal controls and governance frameworks
• Engaging in the process of data validation to maintain data quality and reliability
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to gain insights into regulatory requirements
• Contributing to the development of cloud engineering solutions for business challenges
• Applying active listening skills to understand and respond to team and client needs
• Collaborating with teams to implement compliance auditing processes
• Gathering information to analyze facts and discern patterns in financial data
• Taking initiative to learn and apply professional and technical standards

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
• Demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and applying auditing methodologies
• Participating in projects with a focus on digital assurance
• Supporting client teams with active listening and communication skills
• Engaging in tasks that enhance financial reporting confidence
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors in assurance services

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 anequal 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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