Über diese Data Protection Office Off-Cycle Internship Stelle bei PwC
Line of Service
AssuranceIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management Level
Intern/TraineeJob Description & Summary
A career with PwC’s Data Protection Office offers the opportunity to support the firm’s privacy and data protection programme. You will help promote responsible data handling, strengthen compliance with applicable laws and internal policies, and contribute to safeguarding PwC’s data, reputation and stakeholder trust.As an intern, you will work closely with the Data Protection Office on day-to-day operations and improvement initiatives. The role provides practical exposure to privacy governance, data incident management, compliance monitoring, awareness activities and the use of technology to support efficient data protection processes.
How will you value-add?
You will support the team in embedding accountability, strengthening privacy controls and promoting a positive data protection culture across the firm. Through a combination of operational work and project assignments, you will gain an understanding of how privacy risks are identified, assessed, monitored and addressed in a professional services environment.
Key responsibilities:
Support the day-to-day operations of the Data Protection Office, including maintaining records, tracking requests and preparing management information.
Assist with the preliminary assessment and triage of potential data incidents.
Support investigations, documentation, reporting and follow-up remedial actions relating to data incidents or privacy matters.
Contribute to privacy compliance reviews, data protection awareness activities, process improvements and other team projects.
Use automation tools, where appropriate, to monitor activities, identify exceptions and improve operational efficiency.
About you
Able to commit full time from Jan 2027 – June 2027
University students pursuing studies in law, data governance, data privacy, risk and compliance, business, or any other related field.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint; experience with data analysis or automation tools is an advantage.
Clear communicator who is resourceful, collaborative and comfortable working with stakeholders across different levels of the firm.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an eye for detail and accuracy
Possess a high level of resilience and positive work attitude
Willingness to learn and deliver timely and quality results to internal stakeholders
Good writing skills (English) is a plus
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Communication, Compliance Training, Corporate Litigations, Cybersecurity, Data Breach, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Information Security, Information Technology Applications, Intellectual Curiosity, Investigation, Law Practice, Legal Advice, Legal Compliance, Legal Data Protection, Legal Document Review, Legal Matters, Legal Stipulations, Optimism, Personal Data, Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) {+ 8 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?
NoGovernment Clearance Required?
NoJob Posting End Date
