Summer 2027 Internal Audit Internship

About the role

As a team member in Internal Audit at Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, the opportunities are endless! Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. Internal Audit is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization's operations. It helps an organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. To help Nationwide serve customers with the extraordinary care they deserve, we leverage data analytics, technology, and business insights to identify risks, evaluate controls, and support informed decision-making. Our work provides a unique opportunity to gain exposure to a wide variety of business functions, emerging risks, and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to both assurance and advisory work, helping teams assess risks, evaluate business processes, and provide insights that drive improvement.
• Work alongside experienced professionals, learn about Nationwide's operations, and develop valuable analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills through meaningful, real‑world projects.
• This internship will be based out of our Columbus, Ohio office throughout the 12‑week experience.

Requirements

• Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Data & Analytics, Information Systems within 2‑3 semesters of graduation.
• Academic excellence (minimum 3.0 GPA preferred).
• Experiences that demonstrate leadership qualities and interest in data analytics, technology, problem‑solving, or risk management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT Extension program; sponsorship for qualifying positions is offered at the company's discretion based on business need and budget, and is not usually available for entry‑level roles.

Benefits

• High‑profile, high‑impact assignments – participate in audit assignments that help you understand audit practices and risk management while learning about the breadth of Nationwide’s business operations.
• Coaching and feedback – receive timely and actionable feedback from leaders who care about your success.
• Development and training – day‑one onboarding and training program designed to set you up for a successful internship and continuous learning.
• Professional networking – build relationships with audit professionals, business leaders, and fellow interns across Nationwide.
• Exposure to data analytics and AI‑enabled audit tools – may provide opportunities to contribute to innovative audit approaches and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Community service – development includes the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others by participating in volunteer efforts.

Pay

The national hourly pay range for Nationwide Internships is $23 – $50.

Schedule

12‑week internship based in Columbus, Ohio.