2026 DWS Summer/Fall Internship - Audit

Applications will remain open until Sunday, 28 September 2025 at 23:59 GMT. We reserve the right to close or extend the application window as required.

**Advanced (C1) level German required for this role**

Start Date

Internships in Germany are between 3 months and 6 months long. You must be available for the entire internship duration.

You can apply for one of two seasonal intakes: Summer or Autumn. Each intake offers a flexible start date within the timeframes listed below and the internship end date can be outside the timeframe.

• Summer Intake Start Dates: May 1 – July 31, 2026
• Autumn Intake Start Dates: August 1 – December 31, 2026

About DWS 

At DWS we’re capturing the opportunities of tomorrow. Join our leading global asset management firm and make an impact on individuals, communities and the world. Whether collaborating to discover innovative solutions, exploring your curiosity or developing new skills – at DWS, we support you in achieving your goals. Invest in your future!

About the DWS Internship  

The DWS Internship offers a unique and exciting opportunity to gain a wide range of practical experiences through individual projects, speaker sessions and networking events. With strong support from mentors and managers, you will be challenged to grow while gaining valuable insights into the world of Asset Management. This is an excellent way to determine whether a career in Financial Services & Asset Management meets your personal aspirations.    
 
Subject to performance, successful interns may be offered a place on the DWS Graduate P.A.C.E. Program the following year. 
 
About the Team

Our independent and proactive risk-based audit team provides objective assurance, advice and insight to enhance and protect the value of DWS. With over 30 team members based in major cities like New York, London, Frankfurt, and Hong Kong, we cover all areas of the business across Europe, the US, and Asia. You’ll collaborate with experts worldwide, gain exposure to diverse business areas, and contribute to work that’s built on transparency, integrity, and global impact.

As our DWS Intern, you will:

• Gain insights on the expectations of regulations, standards and stakeholders
• Learn how DWS manages risk through the 3 Lines of Defense (LOD) model
• Dive into the fundamentals of auditing and see how it helps protect and improve business operations.
• Collaborate with different audit teams on a variety of tasks, gaining exposure to multiple business areas.
• Participate in real audit projects and see how risks are identified, assessed, and addressed in practice.

The Team is looking for:

• Advanced (C1) German and advanced English language skills
• Keen interest in financial services; prior experience not required
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Team player with a curious mind and eagerness to learn
• You are enrolled in your penultimate year of your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree OR enrolled in your last year of your Bachelor’s degree and intending on enrolling in a Master’s degree afterwards; OR on a gap-year in between your Bachelor and Master's degree.
• You must be available to start your program in Summer or Autumn 2026 for between 3 to 6 months.
• You must have less than 12 months of full-time, relevant work experience (excluding other internships).

Our Application Process

• Step 1 - Online Application
• Step 2 - Online Tests
• Step 3 - Video Interview
• Step 4 - Final Interview Day

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity 

Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer. 

We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. DWS is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations. We are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.

If you have any questions about this program or need us to make any adjustments to help you complete any stage of your application, let us know at dws.ECrecruitment@db.com. Someone from our Early Careers team will get in touch.