Deloitte Internal Audit, Controls Assurance Graduate Programme 2027

Overview

The Deloitte Internal Audit, Controls Assurance Graduate Programme 2027 is a two-year graduate programme within Deloitte’s Assurance Services division. The programme focuses on Internal Audit, IT Audit, Data Analytics, and Controls Assurance, giving graduates practical exposure to governance, risk management, and internal control systems.

Participants will gain hands-on experience through structured training, mentorship, and real client engagements while rotating across different assurance service areas before specialising.

Purpose of the Programme

The programme aims to develop skilled professionals who can support organisations in managing risks, strengthening internal controls, and improving governance structures.

Graduates will gain exposure to Deloitte’s global best practices in auditing, assurance, and risk advisory while building strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Why This Programme is Important

Strong governance, internal controls, and risk management are critical for organisations to operate effectively and comply with regulations. This programme prepares graduates to assist organisations in identifying risks, improving business processes, and ensuring effective internal control environments.

Focus Areas / Key Responsibilities

• Support service delivery during client engagements and delegated projects.
• Assist with internal audit, controls assurance, and governance-related engagements.
• Perform technical components of risk assessments to evaluate client risk environments.
• Analyse client business processes and internal control systems.
• Execute business cycle review audit programmes.
• Test automated controls, interface controls, IPE and IUC.
• Perform testing of IT General Controls (ITGCs) commonly used across clients.
• Analyse core operating systems such as Windows Active Directory and Unix/Linux.
• Interpret ACTT reports and assist with technical audit analysis.
• Contribute to business decision-making through analysis of industry and company information.
• Develop professional skills such as time management, critical thinking, and problem solving.

Minimum Requirements / Eligibility

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification with an academic average of 65% or higher in one of the following fields:

• Internal Audit (Honours)
• Accounting and Finance
• Risk Management
• Legal and Governance
• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Mathematics
• Statistics

Experience Requirements:

• No prior work experience required.
• Candidates with less than two years of post-graduation work experience will be prioritised.

Advantageous Qualifications:

• Postgraduate qualification
• Specialisation in IT, Computer Science, Technology, Business Analysis, Mathematics, Statistics, Cloud technologies, or Coding

Programme Duration

Two years.

Locations

• Durban
• Johannesburg
• Cape Town

The role follows a hybrid working model.

Benefits

• Structured graduate training programme
• Exposure to Deloitte client projects and engagements
• Continuous professional learning and development
• Mentorship and career development support
• Access to Deloitte’s global professional network

Who Should Apply

• Recent graduates interested in internal auditing, governance, and risk management
• Candidates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Individuals interested in audit, risk advisory, and assurance services
• Graduates seeking a professional services career within a global firm

How to Apply

Apply online through the Deloitte careers website by submitting the following documents:

• Updated CV
• Copy of South African ID
• Matric certificate
• Tertiary qualification certificate
• Academic transcripts

Note: The role will remain open for approximately three months, and candidates may only receive feedback later in the year due to high application volumes. An in-person assessment centre is expected to take place in May or June.

🕒 Posted: 2026-03-10