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Spring 2027 IT Audit (Risk Assurance and Advisory) Internship

Department:  Risk Assurance and Advisory

Approx. Start/End Dates: 01/11/2027 – 05/14/2027

Hours Requirements: 15-40 hours per week

Who We Are

Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP (https://www.mlrpc.com/)  is the largest locally owned accounting firm in the Greater Austin area. We’re known for offering exceptional work-life balance and for our dedication to our people, our clients, and our community. We are proud to have been included in Accounting Today’s "Best Accounting Firms to Work For" list for 13 consecutive years. In the past six years, we’ve earned the No. 1 ranking (https://www.mlrpc.com/who-we-are/news/maxwell-locke-ritter-named-2021s-1-best-mid-sized-accounting-firm-to-work-for-by-accounting-today/)  three times.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an IT audit intern, you will be a key member of our Risk Assurance and Advisory team, assisting with testing of IT and security controls. You will work closely with the service line partner to help compile client reports and deliverables. You’ll be able to apply your education in a hands-on, fast-paced learning environment, collaborate with associates and partners, and connect with a dedicated mentor throughout your internship.

How You Can Grow

You will learn about a wide range of technical concepts based on the unique tech stacks of each of our technology clients. You’ll gain exposure to a range of compliance frameworks, including SOC 2, HIPAA, and HITRUST. You will attend and contribute to weekly team meetings and meet regularly with your mentor in monthly feedback meetings. All interns also have the opportunity to participate in both firmwide and departmental professional development and social offerings.

The learning curve is steep, but you will quickly improve your technical skills and professional communication skills to position you for future career success.

What We’re Looking For:

+ Must have completed a relevant public accounting internship, Management Information Systems/Computer Information Systems (MIS) internship, or have interned at a tech startup previously

+ Must have completed a Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Information Systems (CIS), Information Technology Accounting and Controls, or equivalent course

+ Must have a 3.0 Cumulative GPA

+ Strong analytical skills

+ Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

+ Strong interpersonal skills

What Sets Us Apart

We’re redefining what it means to work in public accounting by:

+ Instilling the belief that  “No success at work is worth failure at home,” (https://youtu.be/fZ6Aa8Zyngs)  while recognizing everyone’s version of “home” is unique to them

+ Leaning on our  core values (https://www.mlrpc.com/culture/)  and showing genuine care and concern for one another

+ Empowering our people to do what’s best for them, while providing exceptional client service

+ Cultivating an environment (https://youtu.be/LitFW4wfoUU?si=I8dxYyqatRlG1Xf4)  that allows our people to thrive personally

+ Investing in the professional growth of our people

Want to see it for yourself? Check out our   Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/MaxLocRit/)  (@maxlocrit) and  watch this video (https://youtu.be/-Q8olxEA-aI)  to learn about the employee experience at ML&R.

Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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