About the role#
As a Risk Advisory Intern, you will join project teams to support client engagements across various industries. You will work under the guidance of experienced team members to execute risk advisory projects while managing your workload against specific budgets and timelines. This role offers exposure to diverse business operations, systems, and internal controls.
What you'll do#
- Assess business and information technology processes and system internal controls.
- Execute enterprise, operational, and third-party risk management and compliance programs.
- Perform internal audit plans, including information technology audits.
- Document and evaluate client operations to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Assist with risk assessments for internal audit and compliance projects.
- Analyze data to identify trends and visualize results using analytics tools.
- Apply automation and artificial intelligence to deliver client services efficiently.
- Collaborate with team members and clients to understand project approaches and manage risks.
- Support business development through research and proposal contributions.
- Participate in firm training, recruiting, and office activities.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, MIS, or a related field.
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.
- Ability to travel at least 25% of the time.
- Availability to work additional hours as needed.
- A desire to pursue professional certifications such as CPA, PMP, CISA, CIA, CISSP, CAMS, or CISM is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Southfield, Michigan.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid (requires in-person attendance at least three days per week).
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Grant Thornton (US)
Grant Thornton is a professional services firm that provides audit, tax, and business consulting services. Founded in 1924, the organization operates as a partnership with headquarters in Chicago. It employs over 11,000 people across the United States and other countries. The firm serves clients in 16 industries, including banking, energy, manufacturing, and real estate.
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