About the role#
As an IT Risk Advisory Services Intern, you will work with experienced professionals to provide risk consulting and resolve issues for clients. You will support various stages of internal audits and consulting engagements, including planning, field work, and report writing. Your work will focus on areas such as IT general controls, application controls, process improvement, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
What you'll do#
- Partner with senior team members to address client risks and provide solutions.
- Assist with client interviews and facilitate project meetings.
- Collect and analyze client documents, data, and information.
- Document and test IT processes and controls under professional guidance.
- Draft initial deliverables and recommendations for client issues.
- Use research tools and publications to build industry knowledge.
- Manage and maintain all engagement documentation and work papers.
- Build professional relationships with both client personnel and internal team members.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program, preferably in Accounting, Information Systems, or Computer Science.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, research, and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on business and report writing.
- Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
- Capacity to work both independently and within a group.
- A positive, solution-oriented attitude.
- Leadership experience is preferred.
- Active pursuit of credits toward CISA, CRISC, or CISSP certifications is preferred.
Location & details#
- This role is based in New York, New York.
- This is an on-site, full-time internship.
- Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.
About BDO USA
BDO USA provides audit, tax, and advisory services to middle market businesses and global organizations. The firm operates as a partnership and functions as the U.S. member of the BDO International network. Headquartered in Chicago, the company maintains a large national presence with over 11,000 employees. It focuses on helping clients manage financial, regulatory, and operational challenges.
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