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 a real impact for clients and society.  

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 – thriving 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 you will 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 technology, data and professional judgement to interpret 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.

Please note: If you are successful in securing an offer you will be required to remain in Northern Ireland for the entire duration of the programme. The offer cannot be transferred to any other EY location in the UK or Ireland.

• Programme length: One year
• Professional qualification: Future-focused skills and training
• Salary: Competitive
• Start date: July 2027