Internship in IT Audit (as of Sept. 2026)

Forvis Mazars is a leader in audit, tax and advisory services, operating worldwide across 100+ countries and territories. Join our 40,000+ strong team to grow your career through global opportunities, diverse projects and continuous learning. Belong to a supportive environment where your unique perspective is valued and success comes from working together. Impact with your bold ideas and help drive us forward. We are currently looking for an intern who is passionate about IT and finance and is keen to learn more about it in one of the top global audit firms. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the IT audit team and will collaborate with senior members of this team in one of our offices in Ghent or Brussels. Your tasks: Support the planning and execution of internal and external (IT) audit assignments and consultancy projects. Assess operational processes through discussions and assessments with Operations teams and other client business units (Control, Risk, Compliance, Legal, etc.), as well as by reviewing client procedures. Assist the team in obtaining, reviewing, and interpreting evidence provided by clients to validate that IT security controls are properly designed, implemented, and operating effectively. Contribute to the preparation of management reports documenting assessment results, including process improvement recommendations for system owners and day-to-day operations. Help enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based, objective assurance, advice, and insights regarding the effectiveness of risk management, internal control, and governance processes. As an intern, you will also support our clients in working towards: Compliance with applicable industry laws and regulations (e.g. DORA, PSD2, NIS2, FSMA, MiFID, NBB, ECB). Proper assessment of internal risk controls in terms of completeness and effectiveness (risk management, risk universe, etc.). Evaluation and improvement of business processes. Elevating organizational maturity through tailored recommendations based on personal expertise and in-house knowledge. Collaboration on Forvis Mazars international projects. Your profile: You are studying IT or Computer Science, Information Systems, Cyber Security, Economics with an interest in IT, or any other related fields. You have excellent proficiency in English, as well as Dutch or French. You have strong attention to detail, an analytical mindset, and excellent problem-solving skills. You possess a self-learning attitude to stay up to date with IT-related developments and can quickly acquire new skills. You are able to self-organize and manage your own planning (with our guidance), based on priorities. You are comfortable assisting in client-facing meetings. What we offer: Hands-on experience in IT Audit within a global professional services firm. A varied role with significant responsibilities and substantial learning opportunities. A position within a young and close-knit team that is eager to support and mentor you as an intern. Join us at Forvis Mazars in Ghent or Brussels for an enriching experience that promises personal and professional growth. Discover the world of IT Audit in a vibrant and supportive environment. We can't wait to have you on board!