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Assurance - Financial Markets & Real Estate (FMRE) - Intern - Winter 2028

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29K-48K Hourly
Internship
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2 Locations
29K-48K Hourly
Internship
Supports financial markets and real estate assurance engagements through financial statement review, analysis of complex financial instruments, accounting and regulatory research, data analysis, and internal control support. The intern observes audit processes, assists with client reporting strategies, contributes to financial risk analysis, and collaborates with experienced professionals while developing foundational accounting, assurance, and commercial skills.
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The Opportunity
As an FMRE Assurance - Intern, you will engage in a dynamic learning environment, gaining exposure to PwC's practices and methodologies. Within our Assurance practice, you will support teams by participating in projects that focus on financial reporting and decision-making, helping clients navigate complex financial instruments and market advisory challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to observe and contribute to the delivery of independent and objective assessments, upholding transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
As an Intern, you will be immersed in a supportive and observational role, where you will assist with basic tasks and conduct research. You will have the chance to learn from experienced professionals, applying a learning mindset to develop your potential. This position encourages you to actively listen, ask questions, and express ideas clearly, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and personal growth.
In this role at PwC, you will be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and encourages you to take ownership of your development. You will gather information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns, contributing to the team's success and building your commercial awareness. This is an opportunity to start establishing your personal brand and pave the way for future opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Supporting teams in delivering financial market assurance services
- Participating in the analysis and evaluation of complex financial instruments
- Assisting in the preparation and review of financial statements for accuracy and compliance
- Engaging in research to understand and apply relevant accounting standards and regulations
- Observing and learning from experienced auditors to gain insights into audit processes
- Contributing to the development of financial reporting strategies for clients
- Collaborating with team members to address client challenges in financial markets
- Applying accounting consulting skills to enhance internal controls and financial analysis
- Gathering and analyzing data to support financial decision-making processes
- Developing a foundational understanding of financial risk management and economic forecasting
What You Must Have
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Quantitative Finance, Real Estate
- At least a 3.0 overall GPA
- 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
- 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
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Demonstrating knowledge in financial reporting and decision-making processes
- Supporting teams with basic tasks in financial markets assurance
- Participating in projects involving complex financial instruments and market advisory challenges
- Observing and learning from experienced auditors to uphold transparency and compliance
The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

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