Job Description

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

What You Can Look Forward To

• Working in a learning and collaborative security environment
• Gaining hands-on exposure to how a global GRC program operates day-to-day
• Partnering with senior GRC analysts on real operational and compliance activities
• Developing professional communication, organization, and prioritization skills
• Learning how information security governance balances risk management with business enablement
• Supporting foundational work that improves audit readiness, control execution, and risk visibility

LOCATION Southfield, MI (part-time)

MUST BE CURRENTLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. NOVISA OR IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE, NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT, TN, etc.)

What You’ll Do

In this support role on AlixPartners’ Corporate Services IT Security team, you will work with members of the Information Security Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team, other IT teams, and business partners to help deliver effective security governance, risk management, and compliance operations that support business objectives.

Known internally as Intern, this role is in Southfield, Michigan and reports to the Information Security GRC Director. This paid internship role is approximately 20 – 24 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate university coursework. Paid relocation and benefits are not available for this paid, temporary, part-time position.

• Triage and route incoming emails in the GRC mailbox
• Send reminders for upcoming and overdue control tests and track completion status
• Support annual and ongoing IT/Security documentation reviews, including follow-ups with document owners
• Maintain and clean up supplier and third-party risk records, identifying gaps or outdated information
• Monitor collaboration platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams) for disabled or terminated users and escalate findings
• Log, update, and follow up on compliance findings and remediation actions
• Provide general administrative support to the GRC function: schedule meetings, maintain project plans, obtain updates from stakeholders, record decisions and compose draft summaries
• Help document existing GRC workflows and, if interested, research simple automation or process improvement ideas to relieve manual grind
• Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Actively enrolled in, or a recent graduate from, an accredited university, preferably in an IT-related, cybersecurity, risk, or business curriculum
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written in English with the ability to deliver clear messages and collaborate effectively within and across teams
• Good planning and organizational skills with the ability to accurately manage and track structured information with professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Dependable, process-oriented, and customer-focused mindset
• Willingness to ask questions and learn how security governance works in practice
• Openness to feedback and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Core working hours are generally 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday; willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners' Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Gold-Level award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

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