Department: Risk Assurance and Advisory
Location: Downtown Austin, TX
Approx. Start/End Dates: 08/17/2026 – 12/11/2026
Hours Requirements: 15-40 hours/week
Who We Are
Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP 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 the communities we serve. 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 three times.
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,” while recognizing everyone’s version of “home” is unique to them
- Leaning on our core values 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 that allows our people to thrive personally
- Investing in the professional growth of our people
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.
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.
What We’re Looking For:
- Must have completed a Management Information Systems, Information Security, Information Technology Accounting and Controls, or equivalent course
- Must have a 3.0 Cumulative GPA
- Prior internship experience is preferred
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong interpersonal skills
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.
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What We Do
At Maxwell Locke & Ritter, we’ve built our business to address your key milestones—and every moment in between. Our experienced team handles the tax, audit, advisory, and wealth management services you need to achieve your goals. Along the way, we provide the strategic vision and thoughtful advice necessary to navigate today’s ever-changing marketplace. In 1997, we established ML&R Wealth Management, creating the opportunity to offer independent advisory services to individuals, families, business owners, and nonprofit organizations with personalized investment management services. As a fee only advisor, ML&R Wealth Management has over $2 billion in assets under management and approaches investments holistically. Fees are transparent, easy to understand and based solely on the value of investments managed. ML&R Wealth Management services seamlessly integrate with all other services at Maxwell Locke & Ritter, offering a one stop solution for your financial needs by focusing on: • Personal Wealth Management • Women & Financial Freedom • Corporate Retirement & 401(k) Plans • Institutions & Nonprofits Our vision is to be a great place to work where our people reach their potential and provide exceptional service to our clients and the community. It is our mission to help our people and clients achieve their goals, and through our efforts, we have been awarded: • Ethics in Business Award by the Samaritan Center • Accounting Today’s #1 Best Mid-Sized Accounting Firms to Work For • Accounting Today’s Best Firms to Work For Women • Accounting Today’s Top 100 Regional Firms • INSIDE Public Accounting’s Best of the Best Firms • INSIDE Public Accounting’s All Star Firms • INSIDE Public Accounting’s Top 200 Firms
