Internal Audit Intern [2027 Internship Program]

Build Your Future at DTCC

As an Internal Audit Intern, you will support work that assesses DTCC's control environment, risk management, and governance processes. Working under the guidance of experienced audit staff, you may contribute to audit projects, continuous monitoring, issue validation, and clear communication of results.

At DTCC, interns contribute to meaningful work while learning how the financial markets operate behind the scenes. You will be part of a structured summer experience that combines team-based project work, training, feedback, mentorship, and opportunities to connect with leaders and peers.

About the Summer Internship Program

The Summer Internship Program is a 8-week experience designed to build a strong foundation for early-career talent. The program includes orientation, training, manager engagement, feedback milestones, networking, and development experiences that help students explore potential full-time career paths, including EDGE where applicable.

What you will gain

• Hands-on work connected to real business priorities, not only observation or administrative tasks.
• Structured orientation and training to help you understand DTCC, the industry, and your business area.
• Manager support, mentorship, peer connection, and opportunities to build your network.
• Development experiences focused on communication, feedback, professional skills, and career readiness.
• Mid-point and final feedback to help you understand your strengths, development areas, and potential next steps.
• Exposure to DTCC culture, values, and community engagement.
• Interns will render approximately 320 hours over the course of the 8-week program, working 8 hours per day, 5 days a week

What you will do

• Assist with audit work such as audit projects, continuous monitoring, or issue validation under the guidance of senior audit staff.
• Perform research, analysis, testing, or documentation to support audit objectives and team deliverables.
• Communicate work status and results clearly to the manager or Auditor-in-Charge.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with peers and supervisors on assigned work.
• Support special projects and ad-hoc tasks with attention to accuracy, timelines, and confidentiality.

What will help you succeed

Required

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, MIS, Business & Technology Management, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date: Spring or Summer 2028.
• Must be in the junior year or incoming final year of university.
• Open to voluntary or required internships completed as part of an academic program.
• Good academic standing.
• Able to work onsite at least 3 days per week and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Preferred

• Coursework, projects, prior work, internship, student organization, volunteer, or leadership experience related to audit, risk, controls, finance, business, or technology.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Interest in internal audit, risk management, controls, governance, or financial services.

What makes you successful

• Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to ask questions.
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-through.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to use feedback and adapt as you learn.
• Collaboration, professionalism, and accountability.

Benefits and work model

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Hybrid work model: 3 days in office and 2 days remote, based on team schedule.

Note: The responsibilities listed above are not exhaustive and may be adjusted based on business needs and the team assignment.