Audit Intern Summer 2028 (Silicon Valley)

The Opportunity

As an Audit Intern, you will work in a dynamic learning environment, gaining exposure to financial statement audits and supporting client initiatives. Within our Assurance practice, you will be part of a team that provides independent and objective assessments, helping clients maintain transparency and comply with regulatory requirements. This role offers a unique chance to observe and participate in the audit process, deepening your understanding of financial reporting and decision-making.

As an Intern, you will support teams by performing basic tasks and conducting research, while observing professional work environments. You will have the opportunity to learn and apply PwC's methodologies, gaining valuable insights into the audit process. This role emphasizes a learning mindset, encouraging you to ask questions, take initiative, and contribute to project goals.

In this role, you will be encouraged to develop your personal brand and build commercial awareness. You will work on a variety of assignments, each presenting different challenges and opportunities for growth. This experience will lay the foundation for your future career, providing the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in audit and assurance.

Responsibilities

• Supporting audit teams in conducting financial statement audits and gaining exposure to auditing methodologies
• Participating in the review and verification of financial documents to uphold transparency and compliance with accounting standards
• Assisting in the analysis and interpretation of financial data to identify trends and provide insights for decision-making
• Engaging in the documentation of audit processes and findings to maintain organized and consistent records
• Learning and applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) in audit tasks
• Collaborating with team members to monitor and analyze financial trends and assess risk factors
• Contributing to the evaluation of internal controls and identifying areas for improvement
• Utilizing data analysis skills to support the audit process and enhance the quality of financial reporting
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to develop a foundational understanding of audit practices and client interactions

What You Must Have

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 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
• 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
• Demonstrating knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Applying auditing methodologies in financial statement audits
• Utilizing data analysis and interpretation skills for financial trends
• Participating in external audit processes and internal controls
• Supporting teams with accounting and financial reporting standards