BBH Internship Program in Internal Audit

At BBH, Partnership is more than a form of ownership—it’s our approach to business and relationships. We know that supporting your professional and personal goals is the best way to help our clients and advance our business. We take that responsibility seriously. With a 200-year legacy and a shared passion for what’s next, this is the right place to build a fulfilling career.

Join us as an Intern in our Internal Audit Team!

The Internal Audit Department provides an independent assessment function over BBH’s activities to ensure that the system of internal controls is adequate and continues to be effective in mitigating key business risks impacting the Firm (Internal Audit reports directly to the Firm’s Audit Committee).

Open communication between Internal Audit and the business is an important component of the audit process. BBH’s Internal Audit team works closely with the management of the various business lines to understand business objectives and goals, confirm key risk areas and identify any emerging issues. As an intern, you will assist in delivering internal audit services that help BBH businesses improve their control environment, streamline their business, and achieve operational excellence.

What can you expect from an Internship with BBH’s Internal Audit group?

• Gaining an understanding of the complete audit process from planning to reporting, while working with a dynamic team with deep internal audit knowledge and vast business backgrounds. The results of each audit are summarized in a report that contains an overall opinion on the adequacy and operating effectiveness of the system of internal controls and the quality of ongoing operations
• Opportunities to meet with Senior Leadership within the organization to discuss and understand their perspectives on the risks of their department, and the controls, processes and activities that mitigate those risks.
• Evaluating risks and controls, executing audit tests, communicating issues and findings, assisting in devising solutions for business improvements and following up on corrective actions

What can you expect from an Internship with BBH?

• Paid internship which lasts 6 months
• Flexible working hours we adjust to your schedule
• Opportunity to be hired for a permanent position or to take part in a second internship in a different department
• Comprehensive onboarding program and ongoing career development
• Modern office with an entertainment and leisure zone (i.e., ping-pong, billiards, PlayStation, library, and massage room)
• Multicultural, dynamic environment (36 nationalities)

Desired Qualifications:

• Fluent English (min. B2+)
• A student of minimum III year
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal
• Available min. 30 hours per week (Monday – Friday, between 8:00-18:00)
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Sound judgment and demonstrated ability to identify, escalate and resolve a problem
• Demonstrated passion for teamwork and success
• PC proficiency, specifically in MS Office

At Brown Brothers Harriman, we believe no job is too big or small for any of us to handle if it helps our clients. We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. We are looking for the type of person who speaks their mind, truly listens and steps outside their role to add value wherever they can. Someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge that demands a creative solution. Above all, we seek someone who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role in protecting and enhancing our client’s financial well-being.

If you are looking for an entrepreneurial environment where you can learn and thrive, Brown Brothers Harriman is the right place for you.

We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn’t followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn’t meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply.

About BBH:

Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) is a premier global financial services firm, known for premium service, specialist expertise, technology solutions and partnership approach to client management. Across Investor Services and Capital Partners, we work with an enviable roster of sophisticated clients who make BBH their first call when they are tackling their hardest challenges. Delivering for our clients and each other energizes us.

We believe that how we do our work is just as important as what we do. We are relentless problem solvers who know our best ideas come from collective debate and development—so we are never possessive about our ideas. Every day we come together as a diverse community of smart and caring people to deliver exceptional service and expert advice—creating success that lasts. No matter where you sit in the organization, everyone is empowered to contribute their ideas. BBHers can pick up the phone and call any colleague, and they are happy to help. Expanding your impact beyond your daily role is part of how we operate as trusted partners to one another.

We believe stability is a competitive advantage, but being stable means having the knowledge, skill, and discipline to evolve, often—pushing the boundaries of innovation. As a private partnership, every investment we make is in the relationships, technologies, products and development we believe are in the long-term interests of our clients and our people. Our long-tenured leaders are experts in their areas and are actively involved in the day-to day business, taking the time to provide guidance and mentoring to build the next generation of BBHers. Because we know, our success begins with yours.

Go to BBH.com to learn more about our rewards and benefits, philanthropy, approach to sustainability or how we support you to thrive personally, physically and financially.