Technology Risk Consulting Intern - Summer 2026

RSM US LLP

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Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Irvine, California

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Smart Summary

Technology Risk Consulting professionals assist clients by understanding their needs, designing and optimizing controls using knowledge of business processes, accounting, and IT. They also engage with client leadership on strategies to anticipate emerging technology risks.

This Technology Risk Consulting Internship at RSM is designed for students working towards a B.A./B.S. degree in Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field, who have completed at least 90 credit hours. Key skills include strong written and verbal communication, multitasking abilities, and the capacity to work effectively in a team environment, along with a high degree of integrity and professionalism.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Client Experience

Risk Management

Internal Audit Services

Technology Risk Management

Assurance Capabilities

Accounting

Business Processes

Information Technology

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Internal Control Deficiencies

Internal Control Documentation

Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)

System and Controls (SOC) Reporting

IT Controls Testing

ERP Systems

Job Description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

As a Risk Consulting Intern at RSM, you will work with various sized businesses spanning industries like manufacturing, real estate, construction, financial institution, not-for-profit, healthcare, and private equity.  Interns will also receive hands-on client experience with direct access to business owners and executive management. At the start of your internship, you will be assigned a “Performance Advisor", who will aid in your development throughout the internship experience. 

Our clients depend upon effective risk management and internal audit services in order to achieve their business objectives.  Technology Risk Consulting “TRC” serves middle market leaders globally to help transform their technology risk management and assurance capabilities, so they are aligned to the key risks and strategies of their organization. 

TRC professionals utilize their background in accounting, business and Information Technology to provide, including: 

  • Understanding clients' needs and expectations, their business and industry, accounting and control systems, employees and company values  

  • Assist clients on the design and optimization of controls utilizing a general knowledge of business processes, accounting, and information technologies.  

  • Use problem solving and critical thinking skills to quickly identify internal control deficiencies, evaluate their risk implications, and draw the appropriate conclusions to best advise our clients 

  • Assist in creating internal control documentation to support client engagements  

  • Engage with client leadership on strategies to anticipate emerging technology risks 

  • Examples of commonly performed TRC projects include: 

  • Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)/regulatory and compliance engagements for application and IT controls 

  • System and Controls (SOC) reporting and other controls opinion services 

  • Information Technology controls testing in support of financial statement audits 

  • Technical IT controls review 

  • Internal audits over ERP systems, IT security, and other IT systems 

To learn more about “a day in the life of a Risk Consultant” check out this video! 

Internship & Program Requirements: 

  • 90 credit hours completed 

  • Working towards B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university 

  • There are 2 different types of individuals that we look to hire into this team: 

  • Major in Accounting and/or related degrees  

  • Major in Information Systems and/or related degrees  

  • Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred  

  • Travel to assigned client locations may be required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations  

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills  

  • Strong multi-tasking and project management skills  

  • Ability to work as an effective member of a team  

  • Must possess a high degree of integrity and professionalism  

  • Certification or working towards certification as a CPA, CISA, or CIA, preferred not required 

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $35 - $41 per hour

RSM US LLP

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