Internal Audit Internships
Internal audit internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience reviewing financial controls and operational processes, mentorship from working internal auditors, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Airlines, Hospitality & Tourism, and Technology & Software, with Arista Networks, Orix, and Sabre among the employers posting roles now.
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Powering the agentic revolution in travel. Sabre is an AI-native technology leader, backed by one of the world’s largest travel data clouds. Built on an open, modular, cloud-native architecture, Sabre serves as the backbone for both established leaders and bold, new disruptors, guiding them to the next age of travel retailing through intelligent, connected, and personalized experiences. With AI at its core and operating at unparalleled scale, Sabre transforms insights into innovation, empowering airlines, hoteliers, agencies and other partners to retail, distribute and fulfill travel worldwide.
We are seeking an Internal Audit Intern to join our Global Audit and Risk Management team, where innovation knows no borders. This team helps Sabre manage enterprise risk with sharper insight, cleaner processes and stronger business confidence. It connects financial controls with operational execution so teams can make secure decisions. With an inclusive culture and flexible work environment, we work together with boldness, curiosity and commitment so we can all win together.
As an Internal Audit Intern, you will support enterprise-wide risk assessments and traditional compliance testing for a three-month duration from August to November. You will examine workflows, evaluate risk processes and help teams find cleaner ways to work. This role requires intellectual curiosity, strong presentation skills and the confidence to make complex concepts simple.
What you'll do
- Execute enterprise-wide testing for Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance across global accounting processes.
- Evaluate operational workflows to see how business processes sit within risk frameworks.
- Build interactive dashboards using Google Looker to visualize audit findings.
- Use Power Query, Excel macros and automation tools to eliminate manual effort and improve audit efficiency.
- Present clear, data-backed insights to stakeholders to help resolve potential operational blockers.
What you'll bring
- Minimum qualification of at least a college junior pursuing a degree in information systems, data analytics, computer science, information security or relevant field.
- Exposure to SQL, SAP or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environments through coursework or practical projects.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills and the ability to turn complex data into simple actions.
- Strong presentation skills coupled with an intellectually curious mindset that challenges legacy thinking. Commitment to a full three-month internship schedule from August to November.
Reasonable Accommodation
Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at recruiting@careers.sabre.com .
Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Sabre is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals. EEO IS THE LAW
Powering the agentic revolution in travel. Sabre is an AI-native technology leader, backed by one of the world’s largest travel data clouds. Built on an open, modular, cloud-native architecture, Sabre serves as the backbone for both established leaders and bold, new disruptors, guiding them to the next age of travel retailing through intelligent, connected, and personalized experiences. With AI at its core and operating at unparalleled scale, Sabre transforms insights into innovation, empowering airlines, hoteliers, agencies and other partners to retail, distribute and fulfill travel worldwide.
We are seeking an Internal Audit Intern to join our Global Audit and Risk Management team, where innovation knows no borders. This team helps Sabre manage enterprise risk with sharper insight, cleaner processes and stronger business confidence. It connects financial controls with operational execution so teams can make secure decisions. With an inclusive culture and flexible work environment, we work together with boldness, curiosity and commitment so we can all win together.
As an Internal Audit Intern, you will support enterprise-wide risk assessments and traditional compliance testing for a three-month duration from August to November. You will examine workflows, evaluate risk processes and help teams find cleaner ways to work. This role requires intellectual curiosity, strong presentation skills and the confidence to make complex concepts simple.
What you'll do
- Execute enterprise-wide testing for Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance across global accounting processes.
- Evaluate operational workflows to see how business processes sit within risk frameworks.
- Build interactive dashboards using Google Looker to visualize audit findings.
- Use Power Query, Excel macros and automation tools to eliminate manual effort and improve audit efficiency.
- Present clear, data-backed insights to stakeholders to help resolve potential operational blockers.
What you'll bring
- Minimum qualification of at least a college junior pursuing a degree in information systems, data analytics, computer science, information security or relevant field.
- Exposure to SQL, SAP or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environments through coursework or practical projects.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills and the ability to turn complex data into simple actions.
- Strong presentation skills coupled with an intellectually curious mindset that challenges legacy thinking. Commitment to a full three-month internship schedule from August to November.
Reasonable Accommodation
Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at recruiting@careers.sabre.com .
Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Sabre is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals. EEO IS THE LAW
Internal Audit Internship Market
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Top Industries Hiring
- Airlines
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Technology & Software
- Investment & Asset Management
Tips for Your Internal Audit Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role posting suggests
Large employers, particularly banks, insurers, and Fortune 500 companies with structured audit programs, recruit summer interns the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so new openings appear year-round. Set a regular search cadence now rather than waiting for a single recruiting season.
Build audit evidence before your first application
Hiring teams expect limited work history at the intern level, so give them something concrete to evaluate. A documented case study analyzing a real or simulated process, a data analysis project identifying anomalies, or coursework-based audit simulation with a written findings memo all demonstrate the analytical judgment internal audit teams are screening for.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors with industry connections or your career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity so you reach employers who do not recruit on campus at all.
Practice your technical screen before you submit
Internal audit intern interviews typically include a case conversation or analytical exercise testing how you structure a problem, prioritize risks, and communicate your reasoning. Practice out loud, walking through your logic step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think as much as the final answer. Rehearse with real audit scenarios, not just definitions.
Target structured rotational and cohort programs first
Large financial institutions, healthcare systems, and professional services firms run cohort-based audit internship programs designed to train candidates new to the field. These programs offer broad exposure and strong conversion rates, but they recruit early and fill fast. Identify the programs that match your target industry and apply in the first wave of postings.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 25% of the internal audit internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start, then filter by location and work type so you are not sorting through roles you cannot take. Migrate Mate's work-type filter lets you set this at the start of your search and apply it consistently.
Internal Audit Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an internal audit internship?
Lead with coursework and project work rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at this stage. The concrete artifact that helps most is a documented case study or analytical project showing you can assess a process, identify a control gap, and communicate findings clearly. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an internal audit internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is performance on real audit work, team headcount at the time your internship ends, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position for a return offer by treating every assignment as a portfolio piece, but build your search in parallel rather than counting on one outcome.
When should I apply for internal audit internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, particularly financial services firms and Fortune 500 companies with structured audit rotational programs, recruit their summer intern cohorts the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round and the right time to apply is whenever you find a role that fits.
Are internal audit internships paid?
Most professional internal audit internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it. Nonprofit and government audit internships occasionally offer stipends rather than hourly wages, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should an internal audit internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Document two or three completed projects that show you can analyze data, evaluate a process, or identify a control issue, and name the tools you used, such as Excel, SQL, or audit management software. Add relevant coursework in accounting, risk, or data analysis. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote internal audit internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 75% of the internal audit internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is an internal audit rotational internship?
Rotational audit internships place you in two or more business units or audit focus areas over a single term, giving you exposure to financial, operational, and compliance audits rather than one workstream. They are designed for candidates new to the field and are typically run by large companies with formal internal audit functions. These programs recruit early and fill competitive cohorts quickly, so apply in the first wave of postings.
Can international students get internal audit internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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