Audit Industrial Placement – Northern Ireland – July 2027 intake

Shape trust and confidence in global and local businesses. 

Programme overview

On the 12-month Audit Industrial Placement programme, you’ll shape the future with confidence by helping protect the reputation of businesses and supporting trust in markets. You’ll work in high performing teams, using technology and data to focus on analysis, professional judgement and powerful insights. As a Shaper of the future, you’ll build your potential while making real impact for clients and society.  

The power of local. The impact of global.

In Northern Ireland, you'll build your career where you can see the difference you make. You'll work alongside local businesses, communities and colleagues while gaining access to EY's global network, clients and opportunities. It's the best of both worlds: the close-knit culture and support of a growing Northern Ireland team, combined with the scale, technology and impact of a global organisation

Core skills for success

• Analytical and systems thinking– using data, technology and professional judgement to interpret data and evidence, assess risk in financial statements and deliver insights others can rely on 

• Collaboration– thrive in inclusive teams where every voice and perspective strengthens outcomes 

• Curiosity and motivation– using a risk mindset to ask better questions, understand businesses and spot issues that could impact risk, trust or reputation 

• Integrity - acting with confidence and accountability to protect trust in business and society 

• Digital, data and AI fluency— use tools and automation to work smarter and focus on material risks 

What will you be doing?

• Work on client engagements that help build trust and confidence in financial reporting 

• Carry out independent assessments of financial information to support true and fair reporting 

• Use data, technology and professional judgement to interpret data and evidence, assess risk in financial statements and deliver meaningful insights 

• Collaborate with teams and clients across different sectors and locations 

• Develop your skills through hands‑on experience, coaching and formal learning