IT Internal Audit Intern - Post-Graduate (6 Month Duration)

About the role

This role is designed for students who have recently graduated from a university program who are interested in understanding how IT risk management, governance frameworks, and internal audit practices contribute to a strong and secure credit union environment. The ideal candidate is motivated, detail-oriented, and intellectually curious, with a foundational understanding of information systems, cybersecurity principles, and data management concepts. The candidate should demonstrate a strong interest in learning internal audit methodologies, regulatory expectations, and how technology enables and impacts business processes.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the planning and execution of audit and advisory engagements, including conducting walkthroughs and documenting control processes.
• Participate in meetings with stakeholders to document process walkthroughs and assess control design and operating effectiveness.
• Gain an understanding of the Global Internal Audit Standards and apply them in daily work.
• Contribute to risk assessments, issue validation, and audit follow-up activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit department.
• Perform other related duties to support the Audit Director/Manager and audit team.

Requirements

• Recent bachelor’s or master’s degree graduate in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, Cybersecurity or a related field.
• Preferred GPA: 3.75 or higher.
• Commitment to obtaining and passing CIA or CISA certification within 6 months.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is motivated, detail-oriented, and intellectually curious, with a foundational understanding of information systems, cybersecurity principles, and data management concepts. The candidate should demonstrate a strong interest in learning internal audit methodologies, regulatory expectations, and how technology enables and impacts business processes.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and excellent problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Demonstrated persistence in managing tasks, tracking details, and meeting deadlines.
• Interest in developing expertise in audit, risk, controls, or compliance.

Benefits

Mountain America Credit Union is an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.