2027 SOX Compliance Intern

About the Role

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).

Responsibilities

• Learn how Schwab evaluates business process and technology controls that support financial reporting and client asset protection
• Gain exposure to broker-dealer, bank, and corporate processes through risk assessments, control testing, and project testing
• Participate in walkthrough discussions with control performers and help document processes, flowcharts, risks, and controls
• Support testing activities by reviewing documentation, analyzing sample evidence, documenting procedures performed, and discussing results with the team
• Collaborate with SCO team members and gain exposure to how management, external auditors, and other Schwab testing programs work together to strengthen the control environment
• Develop professional skills in communication, organization, critical thinking, documentation, and teamwork

Requirements

• Current student pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Internal Audit, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Ability to begin full-time employment between August 2027 and September 2028.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in team settings, understanding responsibilities, and communicating progress
• Demonstration of responsibility, organization, and growth through feedback and lessons learned over time
• Curiosity about how business process and technology controls help companies manage risk and support accurate reporting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills