Risk Advisory Internship - Fall 2027

Please note: You will only be considered for up to two internship applications. If you apply to more than two roles, only your first two submissions will be reviewed, and additional applications will not be considered. If your qualifications better align with another opportunity, our recruiting team will thoughtfully redirect your application.

Explore your Future with our Internship Program:

Whitley Penn interns have the opportunity to learn, innovate and succeed while working collaboratively with all levels of leadership and management. Our internship program is designed to give you the opportunity to work in a public accounting firm and get a true experience of what the day-to-day responsibilities for Associate level professionals are.

We’re proud of our culture, which promotes a healthy work-life balance and encourages both personal and professional development. As part of your experience, you’ll participate in DEVELOP at WP, our signature professional growth program designed to help you build confidence, sharpen skills, and prepare for what’s next. Your future is our focus.

As part of the DEVELOP internship experience, interns will be expected to work onsite at client locations frequently, where they will participate in hands-on project work, attend professional development sessions, and engage directly with firm leaders. Interns will also be paired with a dedicated buddy or mentor to support their growth, foster meaningful connections, and help them expand their leadership capabilities in a real-world setting.

You’re a great fit for an internship if you: 

• Pursue a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• Plan to be CPA-eligible within 18 months of your internship experience
• Hold authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and confidently in any setting
• Bring a positive attitude, strong sense of dedication, and a drive to succeed
• Thrive in a team-oriented environment, take initiative, and show a willingness to learn
• Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism by being available to work onsite at client locations as needed

As a Risk Advisory Services (RAS) Intern You Will:

• Assist clients in maintaining and testing internal controls required in connection with the Sarbanes-Oxley act of 2002 (SOX 404).
• Assist Staff and Seniors to Conduct operational, compliance, financial and IT internal audits.
• Assist team in performing Business and IT risk assessments.
• Assist in all other types of risk advisory projects including (not limited to), SSAE 16 Examinations, Information Technology (IT) Audits and Consulting, Surprise Examinations for Registered Investment Advisors, Compliance Readiness Assessments, and Enterprise Risk Management Implementation and Maintenance.
• Produce clear, highly literate reports to convey findings and recommendations to management.
• Serve as a responsive resource for clients and team.

Expected Graduation Date with a Bachelor's Degree or Master’s Degree:

• December 2027
• May 2028

Additional Application Requirements:

• Register with a non-university email
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to on age, race, creed, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: https://www.dropbox.com/s/olsr5xgsgxsntu3/E-Verify Notices.pdf?dl=0.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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