About the role#
Our IT Risk Advisory Services practice is looking for interns to join our 2027 summer program. You will work within our Consulting Services group to support IT compliance and advisory projects. This role involves working with diverse clients across public and private sectors to test IT and security controls. You will gain experience with various security frameworks and prepare for a career in governance, risk, and compliance.
What you'll do#
- Assist in preparing risk assessments, audit plan programs, and internal audit reports.
- Identify, evaluate, and document IT risks and controls.
- Perform and document test results and walkthroughs of IT processes.
- Evaluate evidence to determine if controls are effective for SOC 1, SOC 2, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
- Participate in special projects including data mining, security assessments, and process flowcharting.
- Gain exposure to technology stacks such as Windows, Linux, SaaS platforms, and cloud environments like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
What you'll need#
- Current student pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or Accounting.
- Interest in IT compliance, advisory, governance, and risk management.
- Understanding of IT and security controls.
- Availability to work Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Ohio.
- Term: Summer 2027 (mid-May to mid-August).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Schneider Downs
Schneider Downs is a public accounting and business advisory firm. It operates as one of the 60 largest firms of its kind in the United States. The company maintains offices in Pittsburgh, Columbus, and the Washington, D.C. area. It provides over 80 services through five business units including tax, audit, and retirement solutions. The firm is an independent member of the PrimeGlobal association.
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