Internal Audit Manager Internships
Internal audit manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in controls testing and risk assessment, mentorship from working internal audit managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in 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 Manager Internship Market
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Top Industries Hiring
- Airlines
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Technology & Software
- Investment & Asset Management
Tips for Your Internal Audit Manager Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer audit internships
Large employers, including financial institutions and companies with structured audit programs, open summer intern applications as early as August and September. Smaller companies and co-ops post much closer to start dates. Check listings frequently starting in early fall so you do not miss the first recruiting wave.
Build a controls or risk project before you apply
Hiring teams for internal audit manager internships expect limited work history and look for coursework artifacts instead. A documented audit simulation, risk matrix, or controls walkthrough you completed independently, with the methodology and tools clearly described, gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate when your resume has no professional audit experience yet.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured cohort programs tied to your university, and accounting faculty or your career center often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller programs alongside campus activity reaches employers who do not recruit on campus at all, widening the pool you can get into.
Practice your audit interview format out loud
Internal audit manager intern screens typically include a behavioral interview focused on analytical thinking and ethics scenarios, and sometimes a case exercise testing how you work through a controls problem. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through ambiguity as much as your conclusion.
Target structured audit intern programs at larger organizations
Big Four accounting firms, major banks, and large corporations run cohort-based internal audit internship programs built to train candidates new to the field. These programs include rotations, formal mentorship, and structured feedback, and they recruit early in the fall semester. Identify the programs that fit your background and apply in the first wave before headcount fills.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 25% of the internal audit manager internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start reviewing openings, then filter by location and work type so you are not spending time on roles you cannot accept.
Internal Audit Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an internal audit manager internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A concrete artifact, such as a documented audit simulation, risk matrix, or controls analysis you completed in class or independently, gives recruiters something to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an internal audit manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for internal audit manager interns is consistent performance on real work, team headcount at the end of the summer, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position for it by delivering on every assigned project, but do not count on it when planning your next steps.
When should I apply for internal audit manager internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers, including financial institutions and public accounting firms that run structured audit intern cohorts, recruit for summer positions the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-ops post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking frequently and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the best chance at competitive programs.
Are internal audit manager internships paid?
Most professional internal audit manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon in this field at accredited companies, though academic credit arrangements exist at some smaller organizations.
What should an internal audit manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Two or three documented projects showing controls testing, risk assessment, or compliance analysis, with the tools used, such as Excel, ACL, or data analytics platforms, and links to case studies or class deliverables where available, give recruiters something concrete to evaluate. Add relevant coursework, any CPA exam progress, and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote internal audit manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 75% of the internal audit manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational audit internship?
Rotational audit internship programs, offered by larger financial institutions, Fortune 500 companies, and Big Four firms, place interns across multiple business units or audit cycles during a single summer. They are designed for people new to the field, provide broad exposure to different risk areas, and are among the most competitive internal audit programs. Recruiting opens in early fall, so apply in the first wave.
Can international students get internal audit manager 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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