Sustainability Reporting & Assurance - Intern - Summer 2027

PricewaterhouseCoopers; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in the United States is seeking an Sustainability R&A Intern to contribute to the credibility of sustainability reporting, focusing on ESG disclosures within the Assurance practice. You will support teams by performing basic tasks, research, and learning PwC methodologies to observe client engagements and grow professionally.

The internship emphasizes developing a learning mindset, listening, and clear communication while contributing to team success in a structured, professional environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Sustainable Resource Management, Environmental Science, or Finance.
• Minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
• Client service intern roles are entry-level, typically third year of a four-year program or fourth year of a five-year program at application time.

Responsibilities

• Support sustainability reporting initiatives by gathering and analyzing ESG data.
• Assist in preparing sustainability reports aligned with standards like GRI and TCFD.
• Help evaluate climate finance and nature finance mechanisms for sustainability projects.
• Perform data modeling and analysis to provide insights on sustainability performance.
• Collaborate on materiality assessments and prioritize ESG issues for reporting.
• Observe auditors to understand processes of independent assessments.
• Contribute to developing technical solutions for sustainability reporting processes.
• Apply learning mindset to PwC practices and methodologies in sustainability reporting.
• Ask questions and participate actively to support team projects.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Sustainable Resource Management, Environmental Science, Finance

Job description

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Sustainability R&A - Intern, you will engage in projects that enhance the credibility of sustainability reporting, focusing on environmental, social, and governance disclosures. Within our Assurance practice, you will support teams by participating in projects and conducting research, gaining exposure to PwC's methodologies. This role offers a chance to observe and contribute to the success of client engagements, providing a foundation for your professional growth.

As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices. You will support teams with basic tasks, observe professional work environments, and participate in projects. This role emphasizes developing your personal brand and understanding the business landscape. In this role at PwC, you will have the opportunity to apply a learning mindset, actively listen, and express ideas clearly, all while contributing to the team's success.

Responsibilities

• Supporting sustainability reporting initiatives by gathering and analyzing data related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics
• Participating in the preparation of sustainability reports in alignment with established reporting standards such as GRI and TCFD
• Assisting in the evaluation of climate finance and nature finance mechanisms to support sustainability projects
• Engaging in data modeling and analysis to provide insights for sustainability performance improvement
• Collaborating with teams to conduct materiality assessments and prioritize significant ESG issues for reporting
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to understand the processes of providing independent assessments
• Contributing to the development of technical solutions for enhancing sustainability reporting processes
• Applying a learning mindset to gain exposure to PwC's practices and methodologies in sustainability reporting
• Actively listening and asking questions to enhance understanding and contribute effectively to team projects

What You Must Have

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Sustainable Resource Management, Environmental Science, Finance
• At least a 3.0 overall GPA
• 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
• 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
• Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
• Demonstrating knowledge in sustainability reporting standards and frameworks
• Participating in projects related to climate finance and reporting
• Applying data analysis skills to support decision-making processes
• Engaging in teamwork to enhance sustainability reporting initiatives

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

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 an equal 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.