Process Risk and Controls Consulting Intern - Summer 2027

RSM US LLP; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP is seeking a Risk Consulting Intern to gain hands-on client experience across diverse industries. You will work with a Performance Advisor to develop skills in internal audits, SOX/compliance, and financial reporting controls while supporting project teams.

The internship emphasizes MS Office proficiency, strong communication, teamwork and integrity, with travel to client sites as needed, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing at least a B.A./B.S. from an accredited university.
• Accounting major preferred; Data & Analytics also acceptable.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred; travel to client locations may be required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong MS Office.
• Strong multi-tasking and project management ability; high integrity.

Responsibilities

• Sit in on client meetings and support conducting consulting projects.
• Prepare reports on consulting services performed for clients and discuss results.
• Travel to client locations as requested to provide consulting services.
• Complete client projects efficiently within the project timeline and critical dates.
• Leverage proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint to analyze client information and document results.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.)

Accounting major (preferred)

CPA certification (preferred)

Job description

Risk Consulting – Process Risk & Controls - Summer Internship

As a Risk Consulting Intern at RSM, you will work with various sized businesses in diverse industries and receive hands-on client experience with direct access to clients at various management levels. At the start of your internship you'll be assigned a "Performance Advisor", a more junior employee, who will aide in your development throughout the internship experience. RSM's Risk Consulting Group provides value added risk assessment services to clientele and you will have the ability to be exposed to a wide variety of industries and clients. Examples of projects include internal audits, SOX/compliance work and financial reporting control projects intended to provide our clients with timely information on business operations and methods to mitigate potential risks.

Candidate’s responsibilities

• Sit in on client meetings and support conducting consulting projects
• Preparing reports on consulting services performed for clients; delivering reports where appropriate and discussing results and recommendations with clients
• Traveling to client locations as requested to provide consulting services
• Completing client projects efficiently in accordance with the project timeline and critical dates
• Leveraging proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, & PowerPoint to analyze client information and document results and recommendations
• Opportunity to attend specific conferences, trainings, & meetings to continue professional development relevant to the role

To learn more about "a day in the life of a Risk Consultant" check out this video!

Internship & Program Requirements

• Pursuing at least a B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university
• Major in Accounting (preferred), Finance, Data & Analytics
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
• Travel to assigned client locations may be required
• Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office
• Strong multi-tasking and project management skills
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team
• Must possess a high degree of integrity and professionalism
• Certification or working towards certification as a CPA (preferred but not required)

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization. RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Compensation Range: $35 - $41 per hour

Why work at RSM?

At RSM, we accomplish meaningful work and make an impact on the world around us. We work hard to fully understand our clients and work even harder to understand and identify your unique skills. We celebrate the differences among us and empower our talented professionals to grow forward, both personally and professionally. Our clients benefit from fresh insights and energy as we collaborate to support them, and our teams enjoy a work environment that inspires and empowers them to thrive.