EIC Internal Audit Intern

Cushman & Wakefield
Chicago, Illinois, United StatesPosted Aug 31, 2026

About the role

Job Title EIC Internal Audit Intern Job Description Summary Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global commercial real estate services firm with more than 50,000 professionals across 400 offices worldwide. Our Internal Audit Internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a dynamic, global organization while developing foundational skills in financial, operational, IT, and SOX auditing.

Over the course of this 8–10 week summer program, interns will work alongside experienced audit professionals and contribute to real audit engagements. You will gain exposure to risk assessment, internal controls, data analysis, and stakeholder communication while building a strong understanding of governance and process improvement within a public company environment.

In addition to meaningful project work, interns participate in structured onboarding, mentorship, leadership exposure, and professional development programming designed to support long-term career growth.

Job Description

What You’ll Do As an Internal Audit Intern, you will support various phases of the audit lifecycle under the guidance of experienced team members. Responsibilities may include: Assisting with audit planning activities, process walkthroughs, and risk identification Supporting the testing and documentation of financial, operational, and IT controls Contributing to SOX compliance efforts, including testing and process documentation Preparing audit workpapers and summarizing findings Using data analysis tools to support audit testing and reporting Participating in team meetings and presenting key learnings at the conclusion of the internship Interns may gain exposure across multiple audit areas, including financial reporting, business operations, technology, and regulatory compliance. What You’ll Gain Practical experience in internal audit within a global public company Exposure to financial, operational, IT, and SOX processes Mentorship from audit leaders and professionals Insight into

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