Cyber - Data, Risk & Privacy Consulting Intern - Summer 2027

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29K-48K Hourly
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The Role
Supports cybersecurity, data protection, and privacy consulting projects by researching privacy regulations, analyzing privacy impact assessments, assisting with compliance training and privacy program strategies, and helping identify cyber risks and data protection challenges. The intern collaborates with advisory teams, contributes to data breach prevention efforts, and develops foundational skills in technology consulting, privacy compliance, and cybersecurity risk management.
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The Opportunity
As a Cyber - Data, Risk & Privacy Consulting Intern, you will engage in projects that focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices, particularly within our Advisory practice. You will support teams by participating in tasks related to privacy law and data protection, helping clients manage cyber risks and improve compliance with privacy regulations. This role offers a chance to observe and contribute to the protection of digital assets, safeguarding client reputation and trust.
As an Intern, you will be immersed in a learning environment where you will support teams, observe professional work settings, and participate in projects. You will apply a learning mindset, taking ownership of your development while appreciating diverse perspectives. This role emphasizes the importance of active listening, asking questions, and expressing ideas clearly. You will gather information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns, contributing to the team's success.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work within the Cybersecurity & Privacy competency, gaining valuable insights into technology consulting. You will be encouraged to take initiative, produce quality work, and start establishing your personal brand, paving the way for future opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Supporting teams in cybersecurity and privacy initiatives to protect digital assets
- Participating in projects focused on managing cyber risks and improving compliance with privacy regulations
- Assisting in the development and implementation of privacy program strategies
- Conducting research and gathering information to analyze privacy impact assessments
- Observing and learning from experienced professionals in technology consulting
- Engaging in basic tasks related to data protection and privacy compliance
- Applying a learning mindset to understand PwC's practices and methodologies
- Contributing to the preparation of compliance training materials for client support
- Collaborating with team members to identify and address privacy and data protection challenges
- Developing skills in managing data breaches and implementing measures to prevent future incidents
What You Must Have
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
- Client service intern positions are entry-level and job seekers are traditionally either in their 3rd year of a 4 year degree program or in the 4th year of a 5 year program. Client service interns typically join us during the winter/spring or summer prior to their intended graduation year
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information System, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cyber security, Information Cyber Security, Data Analytics, Analytics, Business Analytics, Economics, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Regulatory, Industrial Design, UX Design
- Preferred cumulative GPA: 3.3
- Preferred major GPA: 3.3
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Supporting cybersecurity and privacy initiatives to protect digital assets
- Participating in technology consulting projects to drive digital transformation
- Observing and learning from advisory consultants to gain strategic insights
- Applying a learning mindset to develop personal and professional skills
The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.
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.
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.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
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.

Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
  • Typically in the third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program
  • Preferred fields of study include Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Economics, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Regulatory, Industrial Design, or UX Design
  • Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.3
  • Preferred major GPA of 3.3

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