San Diego - Digital Assurance & Transparency (DAT) - Intern - Summer 2027

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Digital Assurance Intern, you will engage in a dynamic environment where you will support teams and participate in projects, focusing on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices. You will perform basic tasks and conduct research while observing professional work environments, contributing to the team's success. As an Intern, you will apply a learning mindset and take ownership of your development, appreciating diverse perspectives and adopting habits to sustain performance and develop your potential. You will actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas, while gathering information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns.

In this role within our Assurance practice, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting unique challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow, encouraging you to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients. During your time at the Firm, you will start to establish your personal brand, paving the way to more opportunities. This is a chance to immerse yourself in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

- Supporting audit teams by participating in various stages of the audit process
- Observing and learning from experienced auditors to understand auditing methodologies and practices
- Assisting in the preparation and organization of audit documentation and reports
- Engaging in research activities to gather information and analyze data relevant to audit tasks
- Applying auditing methodologies to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements
- Participating in client meetings to gain exposure to client interactions and professional communication
- Utilizing cloud engineering principles to support audit processes and enhance efficiency
- Collaborating with team members to identify and address potential risks in audit engagements
- Developing a foundational understanding of compliance and governance frameworks within the audit context
- Demonstrating active listening and accepting feedback to improve performance and contribute to team success

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, Information Technology
- At least a 3.0 overall GPA
- Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment or the educational requirements for licensure as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Client service intern positions are considered entry-level roles. Candidates are typically in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for a 3.5 overall GPA
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Excelling in active listening and communication
- Participating in auditing methodologies and compliance auditing
- Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning
- Supporting teams with cloud engineering and AI platforms
- Engaging in process reviews and data quality assurance testing

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Job Posting End Date

September 26, 2026

The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.  At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.