Company: PwC South Africa
Industry: Professional Services / Consulting
Job Category: Internship / Graduate Programme
Location: Nationwide, South Africa (Hybrid/On-site depending on client engagements)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Internship (2025 – 2026)
Remuneration: Competitive Internship Stipend
EE Position: Yes
Closing Date: Rolling Applications – Early submissions encouraged
Introduction
PwC South Africa invites ambitious and analytical graduates to apply for its Risk and Regulation Internship Programme for 2025/2026. As the world of risk, compliance, and regulatory services evolves, PwC is building a dynamic team that helps clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes and mitigate operational risks across various sectors.
The Risk Services team (Risk and Regulation division) focuses on providing strategic, technical, and practical support to clients undergoing regulatory transformation. This internship provides exposure to key industry challenges, cutting-edge solutions, and real-time project delivery—all while working under the mentorship of experienced professionals.
Whether you’re a future compliance strategist, regulatory advisor, or risk management consultant, this internship is your chance to kickstart your career with a global powerhouse.
Job Description
As a PwC Risk and Regulation Intern (Associate or Senior Associate level), you will be part of a high-performing team delivering strategic regulatory advisory and risk management services. Interns will gain valuable exposure to real-life projects and contribute to designing, diagnosing, and delivering solutions for complex business problems.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the delivery of client projects, from problem definition through to solution deployment
- Working on both large-scale and smaller consulting engagements
- Contributing to regulatory gap assessments and compliance strategies
- Assisting with identifying key systems and controls for regulatory compliance
- Preparing regulatory documentation and client-facing reports
- Developing knowledge in a specialised risk domain to become a subject matter expert over time
- Supporting senior team members in market research, client contact programmes, and business development initiatives
- Participating in PwC’s internal thought leadership and contributing to discussions on regulatory change and industry best practices
Interns will rotate through different engagements, gaining insight into financial services, telecommunications, energy, and other regulated industries, while also participating in internal skills development sessions.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal applicant is a driven, intellectually curious graduate who is passionate about regulatory trends, risk management, and compliance strategy. You must be proactive, adaptable, and able to work in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment.
Minimum qualification requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following disciplines:
- Finance
- Economics
- Risk Management
- Commercial Law
- Engineering
- Management or Business Studies
Preferred candidate characteristics:
- Interest in governance, compliance, or regulatory reform
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a practical and analytical approach
- Willingness to work on client sites or in hybrid teams
- Eagerness to learn and be mentored by industry experts
PwC encourages applications from graduates with diverse educational backgrounds and offers training to help you develop your technical capabilities.
Role Responsibility
As an intern in the Risk and Regulation team, your responsibilities will include:
- Participating in the development and delivery of client solutions
- Conducting technical analysis and gap assessments related to regulatory frameworks
- Helping to translate regulatory requirements into operational processes
- Providing documentation support, including drafting reports and compliance records
- Contributing to stakeholder presentations and client communications
- Staying updated on industry regulations and contributing to internal knowledge-sharing
- Assisting in internal innovation and business development initiatives
- Supporting team members in client engagement planning and data analysis
Interns are expected to develop core consulting skills, including stakeholder engagement, structured problem-solving, and presentation development. This hands-on exposure is critical for those looking to build long-term careers in risk advisory or regulatory consulting.
Skills and Attributes
To thrive in the PwC Risk and Regulation Internship Programme, you should demonstrate the following skills and competencies:
- Ability to interpret and communicate complex regulations in a clear, client-ready format
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Analytical thinking and logical reasoning under pressure
- High level of numerical literacy and proficiency with Excel or similar tools
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Report writing and research skills
- Confidence in presenting to internal and external stakeholders
- Adaptability to different industries and client cultures
- Business acumen and commercial awareness
- Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace
- Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn from diverse team members
PwC looks for individuals who are not only technically capable but who also bring innovation, ethics, and professionalism to every project they contribute to.
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Position Summary
The PwC Risk and Regulation Internship Programme 2025/2026 is a transformative opportunity for graduates looking to make a real-world impact. This 12- to 24-month internship offers professional training, industry exposure, and development pathways that position you to become a future leader in regulatory advisory and risk management.
Interns will:
- Collaborate with leading risk professionals
- Participate in regulatory transformation projects
- Learn to navigate South Africa’s and global regulatory frameworks
- Gain exposure to clients in banking, insurance, telecoms, and more
- Receive continuous professional development and mentorship
- Explore career progression into permanent roles within PwC’s Risk Services
With a strong focus on learning, collaboration, and career growth, PwC’s internship programme is ideal for graduates who want to develop both their technical and soft skills while contributing to projects with national and international impact.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through the PwC Careers Portal. Interested candidates should prepare the following:
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Academic transcript and degree certificate
- Updated CV highlighting your areas of interest and achievements
- A brief motivational letter
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and assessment centre activities. Apply early, as space is limited and highly competitive.