2027 Elevate Program and 2028 Summer Process Risk and Controls Consulting Intern

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM. Don’t just go forward. #GrowForwardatRSM Power Your Future: Elevate is RSM's premier early career program, designed for high-performing accounting students who are leaders on their campuses and in their communities, with a passion for learning and growth Through a dynamic three-day leadership conference and year-long development experience, participants will build lasting relationships with RSM professionals and peers from across the country while strengthening critical skills in communication, collaboration, business acumen, executive presence, technology and professional networking. Elevate provides meaningful opportunities to deepen industry knowledge, enhance leadership capabilities and develop the confidence needed to make an immediate impact in your internship and future career. Conference: Participate in a three-day leadership conference in one of RSM’s major office locations from January 5th – 8th, 2027 All travel and expenses for conference participation will be covered by RSM upon admittance into the program. Continued development: After completion of the Elevate conference, you’ll receive an opportunity to participate in continued development experiences designed to accelerate your professional growth through experiences that build the skills, relationships and business acumen needed to succeed at RSM and beyond. Talent experience – Build meaningful connections with RSM professionals, firm leaders and peers while strengthening your communication, collaboration, networking and professional presence. Skill development – Enhance critical skills in business acumen, problem-solving, presentation, feedback, time management and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. Client experience – Develop industry knowledge and gain insight into the middle market through interactive experiences that strengthen relationship-building, communication and collaboration skills. Participants will explore how RSM professionals collaborate to deliver value and help clients address complex business challenges. Program requirements: Be currently enrolled in an accredited degree program in accounting. Have an anticipated full-time associate start date of Fall 2029 or Winter 2030. Have demonstrated involvement and leadership in student organizations on campus and in their community.  Be a team player with strong communication skills who is motivated to work in a fast-paced environment with a desire to be client focused and learn how to provide skilled advisory services Maintain a minimum 3.4 GPA (preferred) By applying for the Power Your Future: Elevate program, you are also applying for an RSM client service internship. RISK CONSULTING – PROCESS RISK & CONTROLS – ​SUMMER 2028 INTERNSHIP As a Risk Consulting Intern at RSM, you will work with various sized businesses in diverse industries and receive hands-on client experience with direct access to clients at various management levels. At the start of your internship you’ll be assigned a “Performance Advisor”, who will aide in your development throughout the internship experience.   RSM’s Risk Consulting Group provides value added risk assessment services to clientele and you will have the ability to be exposed to a wide variety of industries and clients. Examples of projects include internal audits, SOX/compliance work and financial reporting control projects intended to provide our clients with timely information on business operations and methods to mitigate potential risks.  Examples of the candidate’s responsibilities include: Sit in on client meetings and support conducting consulting projects  Preparing reports on consulting services performed for clients; delivering reports where appropriate and discussing results and recommendations with clients  Traveling to client locations as requested to provide consulting services  Completing client projects efficiently in accordance with the project timeline and critical dates  Leveraging proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to analyze client information and document results and recommendations   Opportunity to attend specific conferences, trainings, & meetings to continue professional development relevant to the role   To learn more about “a day in the life of a Risk Consultant” check out this  video !   Internship & Program Requirements 90 credit hours completed (at point of internship) Working towards B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university  Major in Accounting Travel to assigned client locations may be required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations  Excellent written and verbal communication skills  Strong computer skills, including MS Office Strong multi-tasking and project management skills​ Ability to work as an effective member of a team Must possess a high degree of integrity and professionalism​ Certification or working towards certification as a CPA (preferred but not required)  If you're looking to challenge yourself, expand your network and take the next step in your professional journey, we encourage you to apply. Elevate is an elective professional development experience designed to help you grow and build your future with RSM prior to your internship experience. Compensation is not provided for participation in Elevate; however, conference-related travel and participation expenses will be cov