2027 Risk Advisory Summer Internship - Maryland

About this role

JOB SUMMARY As a Risk Advisory Services Intern, you will support internal audit, internal controls, compliance, and risk management consulting. You will work closely with Senior Consultants to help identify, assess, and manage risks within client organizations. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in understanding business operations, regulatory requirements, and risk management best practices. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are key to success in this position.

JOB DESCRIPTION • Assist with routine tasks and projects within the risk advisory function.

• Support risk assessments, project planning, and execution of work plans.

• Help evaluate business processes and IT general controls.

• Communicate ideas and findings clearly with team members and clients.

• Identify and analyze technical issues, providing recommendations to management.

• Adhere to industry regulations and professional ethics, including IIA, ISACA, GAO, and AICPA guidelines.

• Assist in managing engagement activities and ensuring quality standards are met.

• Maintain awareness of client needs and take initiative in day-to-day tasks.

• Support risk management efforts and uphold quality control procedures.

• Build and maintain positive client relationships through effective communication.

• Respond promptly and accurately to team and client requests.

• Adapt to client needs and evolving project requirements.

• Seek continuous learning opportunities and ways to improve processes.

Supervisory responsibilities • None

Work environment • Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions

Physical demands • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time

Travel required • Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client’s needs

Required education and experience • 0 – 1 year of relevant experience

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

• High School Diploma or GED or High School equivalent certificate

Preferred education and experience • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Actively working towards achieving CPA licensure or relevant certification, if not already attained

• Responsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement

• Internal audit, internal controls, compliance or risk management or other professional services environment

Duration • This is a temporary, less than six (6) month internship position.

Other duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For job postings in our Maryland locations, we are required by law to include a good faith salary range for every job, promotion, and transfer opportunity. This range considers many factors, including but not limited to a candidate's knowledge, job specific skills, experience, licensure, and certifications. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this position is $21 to $31. WHO WE ARE UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients’ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

WHAT WE OFFER POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

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