Your Team 

You will be part of our Investor Trust Services team within Assurance. Unlike in traditional asset management or investment banking, we do not manage client assets or make investment decisions. Instead, we audit and assess investment processes, investment performance, risk management practices, valuations of financial instruments, and  internal control systems of asset managers, banks, and other financial institutions. Our work helps promote transparency, trust, and regulatory compliance across the investment management industry. Learn more about our team and services here. 

A key focus of your internship will be supporting our Assurance Valuation Desk. This team is responsible for the independent valuation of financial instruments in the context of external audit engagements across PwC Switzerland and provides audit teams with specialised valuation analyses and technical expertise. 

Your Impact 

• Support audit engagements for our assurance clients in the valuation of financial instruments and derivatives. 
• Contribute, where required, to assurance engagements related to compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS®) for traditional and alternative asset managers. 
• Gain exposure to audit engagements at financial institutions in the area of internal controls and develop insights into governance, risk, and control processes. 
• Explore the use of digital audit and data analytics tools and support the team in delivering robust analyses for our clients. 
• Work within a diverse team and international network while receiving regular coaching and feedback from colleagues and leadership. 

Your Skill Set 

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree programme in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Banking, Accounting, or a related field, with at least four semesters completed. 
• Strong willingness to learn, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in financial markets and the investment management industry. 
• Analytical mindset with the ability and enthusiasm to investigate and understand complex topics in a structured manner. 
• Dynamic, communicative, and open personality with a collaborative approach to working with clients, international teams, and a variety of stakeholders. 
• Motivation to take ownership and continuously develop in an environment that promotes coaching, feedback, and personal growth. 
• Interest in data analytics, digital tools, and emerging technologies is an advantage. 
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly in Excel, and excellent written and spoken English; German and/or French language skills are considered an asset.