USA - Consulting - Risk- Process & Controls - Intern - Summer 2027

EY; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible vacation policy

Job summary

Ernst & Young in the United States invites top students to apply for the Summer 2027 Intern – Risk, Process & Controls program. You’ll explore internal controls, IT risk and compliance within a global consulting setting and gain hands-on experience across client engagements.

As part of EY's Process & Controls team, you’ll collaborate with senior professionals, learn to assess risks, and contribute to designing optimized control environments while developing your technical and professional skills.

Qualifications

• Be pursuing bachelor's or master's degree in business with an emphasis in accounting, finance, risk management, information management or related technical fields such as business analytics.
• Have a desire to work in the areas of risk management, compliance, internal controls and/or internal audit as demonstrated by relevant course work, interest or internship experience.
• Have a passion for technology, innovation and a curious mindset.
• Know how to effectively leverage firm approved AI tools to enhance problem-solving and productivity and have the ability to exercise sound judgment around AI-related risks and considerations.
• Be able to assess and articulate the evolving risks that AI presents to clients across multiple risk domains.
• Understand that the expectation for this role is in person teaming, at a client site or in an EY office, on average 3 days a week depending on the needs of the engagement, project or practice area.
• Have access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver’s license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.
• Be able and willing to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.
• Be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship, now and in the future.
• Have U.S. citizenship and be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher, within the designated time frame, which will be determined by the engagement requirements for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Process & Controls is dedicated to helping our clients identify, assess and manage financial, operational, compliance, IT and strategic risks across their enterprise to provide value to their business.
• As a part of the Process & Controls team, you will work closely with senior team members to help clients manage their risks and improve their organizational processes through designing and implementing optimized business processes, internal controls, compliance programs, risk management and internal audit activity.

Skills

Business degree emphasis in accounting

Risk management interest

Technology & AI mindset

Ability to leverage AI tools

Willingness to travel

In-person collaboration 3 days/week

Education

Pursuing bachelor's or master's in business with accounting/finance/risk/IT focus

Job description

USA - Consulting - Risk- Process & Controls - Intern - Summer 2027

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.

USA – Consulting – Risk– Process & Controls – Intern – Summer 2027

Locations: Oklahoma City-OK, Mclean-VA, Columbus-OH, San Franscisco-CA, Portland-OR, or Seattle-WA

Will you shape the future or will the future shape you?

The opportunity

At EY Consulting, we are building a better working world by transforming businesses through the power of people, technology, and innovation. Our clients are at the heart of what we do. We’re focused on solving the key issues of our client buyers, building deeper relationships and generating lasting value with significant impact.

Our firm sets the standard for consulting services, fostering an environment that encourages career ownership at every stage. As a part of our Process & Controls team, you'll be at the forefront of this dynamic service line, driving change and delivering solutions that revolutionize business operations. You’ll help our clients with transformation and innovation efforts: driving growth, reducing costs and managing risks proactively.

Your key responsibilities

Process & Controls is dedicated to helping our clients identify, assess and manage financial, operational, compliance, IT and strategic risks across their enterprise to provide value to their business. As a part of the Process & Controls team, you will work closely with senior team members to help clients manage their risks and improve their organizational processes through designing and implementing optimized business processes, internal controls, compliance programs, risk management and internal audit activity.

As a trusted business advisor, our Process & Controls team assists our clients in assessing and responding to risks in both a consulting and assurance context. This dual perspective provides you with an opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of a company’s strategic priorities, business strategies, business and IT processes, operations, and corresponding risks and controls.

Industry Sectors

Our professionals are divided among three different industry sectors within which there are various opportunities available to start your career. During the recruitment process you will have the opportunity to express your preferences. The sectors are defined as follows:

• Financial Services Organization (FSO) - serves clients across the following industries: Banking & Capital Markets, Insurance and Wealth & Asset Management. Within FSO this opportunity sits within our non-Financial Risk practice as our Internal Audit and Internal Controls group.

National Consulting - serves clients across a variety of industries including, but not limited to: Consumer, Retail, Health, Life Sciences, Industrial Products, Mobility, Oil & Gas, Power & Utilities, Private Equity, Media, Technology, and Telecommunications.

Government and Infrastructure (G&I) - serves federal clients as well as state and local agencies and higher education institutions.

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must:

• Be pursuing bachelor's or master's degree in business with an emphasis in accounting, finance, risk management, information management or related technical fields such as business analytics.
• Have a desire to work in the areas of risk management, compliance, internal controls and/or internal audit as demonstrated by relevant course work, interest or internship experience.
• Have a passion for technology, innovation and a curious mindset.
• Know how to effectively leverage firm approved AI tools to enhance problem-solving and productivity and have the ability to exercise sound judgment around AI-related risks and considerations.
• Be able to assess and articulate the evolving risks that AI presents to clients across multiple risk domains.
• Understand that the expectation for this role is in person teaming, at a client site or in an EY office, on average 3 days a week depending on the needs of the engagement, project or practice area.
• Have access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver’s license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.
• Be able and willing to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.
• Be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship, now and in the future.

In addition to the qualifications listed above, candidates applying to the Government & Infrastructure practice must:

• Have U.S. citizenship and be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher, within the designated time frame, which will be determined by the engagement requirements for a security clearance.

Ideally you:

• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).
• Are a purpose-driven and growth-oriented professional with a passion for learning, a collaborative mindset and a proven ability to innovate, adapt and leverage technology to drive meaningful change in dynamic business environments.
• Have proven analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong academic foundation in business and/or technology and demonstrated ability to evaluate complex issues and develop effective solutions.

What we offer you

At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.

The hourly pay range for this job, in the US, is $35.63 to $40.19 per hour. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data.

If you join EY full time after your internship, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. In addition, our Total Rewards package for full time hires includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.

Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment.

EY | Building a better working world

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

All in to shape the future with confidence.

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