Grant Thornton-Risk Advisory Intern-Summer 2024 (OC)At — Grant Thornton LLP

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY:

Risk Advisory Intern 

Risk Interns are responsible for delivering engagements ranging from business process and information systems controls assessments and testing to support regulatory, compliance and other strategic, operational and attestation engagements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Evaluate and test business processes and IT controls and identify areas of risk
• Apply current knowledge of trends to identify business risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement
• Work with the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address business risks and issues and supporting controls
• Work with risk teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address business process and IT controls risks and issues
• Execute assigned client engagements from start to completion of information systems assessments and/or business process control reviews
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of assigned client operations, processes and business objectives, and then utilize that knowledge on assigned engagements
• Participate in recruiting efforts as needed
• Meet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization)
• Assist practice leadership in creating proposals, budgets, and work plans. Participate in other business development activities as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Technology, MIS or related field.  A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Desire to pursue CPA, PMP, CISA, CISSP, CIA, CAMS, or CISM license/certification preferred
• Minimum major and overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred
• Interest to work cross functionally throughout different business processes within an organization
• Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Effective project and time management skills for handling multiple priorities and simultaneous projects
• Enthusiasm to learn through a combination of structured, on-the-job and self-directed training
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment
• Desire to pursue applicable professional certification as outlined above
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills. Additionally, excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel 60%-100% as required

  - Working on a variety of client engagements in varying industries
  - Networking with your peers
  - Meeting with your mentor for regular feedback and professional development discussions
  - Connecting with fellow interns and Grant Thornton staff at social events
  - Participating in team-building exercises
  - Giving back to the community through outreach activities
  - Sharpening your leadership skills

Training:

The candidate will participate in an immersive, multiple-week orientation and training program at the start of their position. The program will include live, daily sessions of diverse, virtual connections and activities that focus on service line, culture, personal development, and networking. These sessions will include a combination of local, regional, and national exposure. They will be evaluated bi-weekly by their assigned coach and seniors on their client engagements.

Learning Outcomes:

- Learn more about Grant Thornton.
- Focus on professional development.
- Engage in meaningful projects and work that will help to develop their overall ability to become valuable team members in the future.