Risk Advisory Intern: Data & Controls Summer 2027

Grant Thornton International Ltd; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton International Ltd in Atlanta, GA, is seeking Risk Advisory Interns to work on client engagements, assessing business processes, controls, and IT risks, and to support internal audit and compliance programs.

You will gain hands-on experience with data analytics, risk assessments, and collaboration across teams, while developing professional licenses and travel readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, IT, MIS or related field.
• GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher.
• Willing to travel at least 25%.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Understand, document, and assess client operations, processes, systems, controls, and programs.
• Assist with risk assessments to inform risk management and internal audit plans.
• Assess transactions, processes, systems, and controls to support SOX and regulatory compliance.
• Obtain and analyze data, identify trends, and visualize results using analytics solutions.
• Collaborate with team members and clients to understand project approach and manage risks.
• Support business development activities including research and proposals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, MIS or related field

GPA 3.0/4.0

Willingness to travel up to 25%

Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship

Tools

Analytics software

Job description

Grant Thornton International Ltd in Atlanta, GA, is seeking Risk Advisory Interns to work on client engagements, assessing business processes, controls, and IT risks, and to support internal audit and compliance programs.

You will gain hands-on experience with data analytics, risk assessments, and collaboration across teams, while developing professional licenses and travel readiness.