Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in sustainability focus on integrating environmental, social, economic, and governance considerations into business strategies and operations. They provide guidance and support to organisations by managing sustainability risks, identifying opportunities, and driving positive social and environmental impact.

Those in sustainability reporting at PwC will focus on increasing the capability of clients' reporting function to meet regulation and stakeholder need for trusted transparent reporting, performance measurement and value-creation. You will analyse client needs (scoping, materiality and gap assessments), offer technical interpretation of respective (regulatory or voluntary standards) and use technology to design and embed data and reporting systems, processes and controls in a target operating model.

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success. During your time at the Firm, you start to establish your personal brand, paving the way to more opportunities.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
• Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
• Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
• Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
• Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
• Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
• Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As a Sustainability - Reporting & Assurance Intern, you will engage in sustainability reporting and assurance projects, gaining exposure to the intricacies of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. You will support our teams in delivering impactful sustainability solutions to our clients, contributing to the development of sustainability strategies and reporting frameworks. As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices, supporting teams with basic tasks, and participating in projects. This role emphasizes the importance of adopting a learning mindset, actively listening, and applying professional standards to contribute effectively to team success.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work within the Assurance practice, where you will develop your skills in data analysis, materiality assessments, and sustainability reporting standards. You will be part of a dynamic team, where your contributions will support the delivery of high-quality sustainability reporting and assurance services. This experience will allow you to build your personal brand and prepare for future opportunities in the sustainability field.

Responsibilities

- Supporting sustainability reporting and assurance projects by assisting with data collection and analysis
- Participating in the preparation of sustainability reports in alignment with established reporting standards
- Conducting research on climate finance and sustainability materiality assessments to inform project strategies
- Assisting in the evaluation of internal controls and technical accounting processes related to sustainability initiatives
- Engaging in data modeling to organize and structure sustainability data effectively
- Collaborating with team members to develop technical solutions for sustainability reporting challenges
- Observing and learning from experienced professionals to gain insights into sustainability practices and methodologies
- Contributing to the development of nature and climate reporting frameworks through active participation in team discussions
- Applying a learning mindset to understand the principles of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting
- Gathering information from various sources to support the analysis of sustainability data and trends

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in at least one of the following field(s) of study: Accounting, Sustainable Resource Management, Environmental Science, or Finance
- At least a 3.0 overall GPA
- Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student's final year of school Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student's final year of school

What Sets You Apart

- Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
- Demonstrating enthusiasm for sustainability reporting and assurance
- Participating in climate finance and nature finance initiatives
- Supporting teams with data analysis and data modeling tasks
- Engaging in sustainability materiality assessments and maturity assessments
- Applying technical accounting skills to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting
- Developing communication skills to effectively convey complex sustainability concepts

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Job Posting End Date

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

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.

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. 

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.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines

The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance