Process Risk and Controls Consulting Intern - Summer 2027

RSM US LLP; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Career development opportunities

Total rewards

Job summary

RSM US LLP is offering a Risk Consulting – Process Risk & Controls – Summer Internship in Raleigh, NC. You’ll work with diverse clients, under a Performance Advisor, gaining hands-on experience in internal audits, SOX/compliance, and financial reporting controls.

The role emphasizes MS Office proficiency, strong communication, and the ability to travel to client sites. CPA certification or progress is preferred. Flexible opportunities and a focus on professional growth are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Pursuing at least a BA/BS degree from an accredited university.
• Major in Accounting (preferred), Finance, Data & Analytics.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong MS Office skills and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Integrity and professionalism

Multi-tasking

Education

Pursuing BA/BS degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Risk Consulting – Process Risk & Controls – Summer Internship

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

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.

Examples of the candidate’s responsibilities include:

• 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, and 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.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range: $29 - $35 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.