Technology Risk Consulting Intern - Summer 2027

rsm; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

RSM is seeking a Risk Consulting Intern for Technology Risk to gain hands-on client experience across various industries, guided by a Performance Advisor. You will help assess internal controls, support SOX/IT controls engagements, and assist with IT risk projects.

The internship targets students pursuing a BA/BS in Accounting or Information Systems with a minimum 3.0 GPA, strong communication, teamwork and project management skills, and willingness to travel to client locations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing at least a BA/BS from an accredited university.
• Majors in Accounting and/or Information Systems or related fields.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Travel to client locations may be required.
• Strong written and verbal communication, multitasking and PM skills.

Responsibilities

• Support TRC projects such as SOX/regulatory engagements for IT controls.
• Assist in System and Controls (SOC) reporting and IT controls testing.
• Contribute to internal audits over ERP systems, IT security and related areas.
• Engage with client leadership on risk strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Project management

Teamwork

Integrity

Education

B.A./B.S. degree

Accounting major

Information Systems major

GPA 3.0

Job description

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.

Risk Consulting - Technology Risk - Summer Internship

As a Risk Consulting Intern at RSM, you will work with various sized businesses spanning industries like manufacturing, real estate, construction, financial institution, not-for-profit, healthcare, and private equity . Interns will also receive hands-on client experience with direct access to business owners and executive management. At the start of your internship, you will be assigned a " Performance Advisor " , a more junior employee, who will aid in your development throughout the internship experience.

Our clients depend upon effective risk management and internal audit services in order to achieve their business objective s. Technology Risk Consulting "TRC" serves middle market leaders globally to help transform their technology risk management a nd assurance capabilities, so they are aligned to the key risks and strategies of their organization.

TRC professionals utilize their background in accounting, business and Information Technology to provide, including:

• Understanding clients' needs and expectations, their business and industry, accounting and control systems, employees and company values
• Assist clients on the design and optimization of controls utilizing a general knowledge of business processes, accounting, and information technologies.
• Use problem solving and critical thinking skills to quickly identify internal control deficiencies, evaluate their risk implications, and draw the appropriate conclusions to best advise our clients
• Assist in creating internal control documentation to support client engagements
• Engage with client leadership on strategies to antici pate emerging technology risks

Examples of commonly performed TRC projects include:

• Sarbanes-Oxley ( SOX )/regulatory and compliance engagements for application and IT controls
• System and Controls (SOC) reporting and other controls opinion services
• Information Technology controls testing in support of financial statement audits
• Technical IT controls review
• I nternal audits over ERP systems, IT security, and other IT systems

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 and/or related degrees
• Major in Information Systems and/or related degrees
• 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 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

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 futur