Do you have a passion for artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analysis? Do you yearn to have the impact of your work recognized and valued by more than just your development team? 

If yes, we have just the role for you. 

In Deloitte’s Audit & Assurance practice, we make businesses and markets better. An audit is more than an obligation; it is an opportunity to see further and deeper into businesses. In our role as independent auditors, we enhance trust in the companies we audit, helping a multitrillion dollar capital markets system function with greater confidence. As we aspire to the very highest standards of audit quality, we deliver deeper insights that can help clients become more effective organizations. 

You will be joining our collaborative AI and Data Science team which leverages the most advanced technologies in machine learning and artificial intelligence to achieve the Deloitte Audit & Assurance vision of an AI-enabled audit. Your work will span from research to deployment of production-ready AI solutions, and continued development. Some of our current projects focus on generative AI, prompt engineering, large language models, agentic systems, anomaly detection, clustering, and knowledge graphs.

Recruiting for this role ends on October 25, 2026.

Work You’ll Do

As an AI and Data Science Intern, you will be supporting the AI and Data Science group and actively participating in the entire lifecycle of a data science project, including exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, model creation, and model optimization to boost performance and accuracy. It is important that the person in this role is proactive and independent. You should be a problem solver with an open mind and an eagerness to pick up new skills.

You'll have the opportunity to work across our Audit and Assurance offerings — including Audit, Specialized Assurance, Accounting & Reporting, Controls, and Internal Audit — bringing together diverse skills, leading-edge technology, and a global network to deliver high-quality audits, assurance reports, and insights that shape how organizations report and operate. You will build adaptable, transferable skillsets that are critical for future leaders as the profession evolves.

Specifically, you will be expected to:

• Develop, test, and deploy machine learning/AI models
• Collaborate daily with AI and Data Science Engineering team to receive guidance and feedback on your work to develop your skills and ensure alignment with workstream objectives
• Be a contributor to the planning and direction of a project and effectively prioritize your tasks and objectives
• Contribute to internal discussions on emerging machine learning methodologies

The successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor 
• Ability to meet deadlines 

The Team

Launch your career where curiosity meets impact. At Deloitte Audit & Assurance, you'll join a collaborative team that fuels your growth through real, hands-on experience from day one. You'll have the opportunity to work across Audit, Specialized Assurance, Accounting & Reporting, Controls, and Internal Audit — bringing together diverse skills, leading-edge technology, and a global network to deliver high-quality audits, assurance reports, and insights that shape how organizations report and operate. Our client-centric, multi-disciplinary approach makes us the premier choice in audit and assurance, and our continued investment in innovation means you'll be building the future of the profession alongside the best in the business. Together makes progress — and it starts with you.

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Qualifications

Required:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a quantitative field (computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, machine learning, or statistics) or related field with relevant coursework
• Experience using Python and relevant libraries (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, etc.)
• Coursework related to machine learning, deep learning, and programming
• At least an introductory understanding of large language models and prompt engineering
• Hands-on application experience using common machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenAI, and LangChain
• Demonstrated ability to write high-quality code and ability to develop machine learning models
• Strong academic record, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• You must reside within a commutable distance of your assigned office with the ability to commute daily, if required, without the need for overnight accommodations
• You should expect to co-locate with team members or other colleagues in a Deloitte office, at a client site and/or virtually, based on specific team and business expectations
• Ability to travel up to 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment

Preferred:

• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or above
• Relevant work experience or work experience in a professional environment (e.g. internships, summer positions, school jobs) 
• Demonstrated recent leadership, such as in a campus club, society, sports teams or other activity
• Relevant work experience (internships, school jobs, etc.)
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Azure cloud-based ecosystem, including Azure DevOps
• Familiarity with machine learning model development life cycles
• Experience with version control practices and tools (Git, etc.)
• Public AI-related projects you have developed available on GitHub

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $36.83/hour to $75.58/hour.

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Published valid-through: 2026-10-26

Education requirements: Bachelor's Degree