Advisory Intern, Technology Risk | Multiple Locations Summer 2024

The KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we don't anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking an Advisory Intern to join our Technology Risk practice in our Consulting group.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and executing activities related to risk, control, compliance and internal audit client engagements in the following areas: IT strategy and governance, digital enablement, IT operations, network and infrastructure security, cybersecurity, cloud and third parties, data management and analytics, emerging technology, automation (robotics, cognitive), IT and transformation programs and projects, business continuity and disaster recovery application controls and regulatory/compliance requirements
• Review clients IT processes, risk, controls and compliance against leading practice, industry, or client frameworks, identify gaps in design and execution and communicate issues and recommendations to engagement leads and client project manager
• Work with client project manager to assist in assessing, designing and implementation new IT risk and control frameworks, sustainable solutions (including applying knowledge of governance, risk and compliance tools), operating processes and people models to address key and evolving risks, as necessary
• Draft comprehensive executive summaries and final reports for delivery to client project manager and document and review engagement workpapers in accordance with KPMG requirements and common industry practice for internal audit and risk consulting client engagements
• Assist in kickoff, status and closing meetings with engagement team and client and contribute to related KPMG knowledge bases and internal practice development initiatives
• Identify, develop and communicate findings and recommendations to key team and client leadership

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing the following degrees/majors: Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent program
• Must have a current/most recent GPA of 3.00 or above
• General understanding of business processes and technology, as well as data analysis techniques
• Demonstrated interest and aptitude for technology including cloud, cyber security, compliance and digital enablement, demonstrated client service mindset, critical thinking and quantitative skills
• Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; and resourceful in delivering high quality work
• Work location may be in the office, at client sites, or virtual/remote depending on business need. You must be located within the U.S. when working remotely. Client site locations may require travel and overnight/extended stay.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

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