IT Audit Specialist Internships
It audit specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience auditing real systems, mentorship from working IT audit specialists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Chemicals & Materials and Banking & Financial Services, with CSX, Amcor, and Crowe among the employers posting roles now.
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Why GM Financial?
GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America, and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.
At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.
Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters.
About the role:
The Audit team is responsible for independently evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of the control structure for both enabling and operating departments within GM Financial North America. Results of the evaluation are reported to management along with recommendations for improvement. Audit also performs consultative audits upon management request and participates in company projects to help management identify risks and controls.
This role is responsible for executing internal audits by assessing risks, evaluating controls, performing test work, and documenting findings to help identify operational and regulatory compliance issues. The position supports the organization’s risk management objectives by completing audit assignments efficiently, recommending improvements, and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
In this role you will:
- Execute audits, including completion of design flows, risk assessments, test work/workpapers, and audit findings
- Identify control weaknesses, regulatory compliance issues, and other areas of risk
- Complete audit assignments in an efficient and timely manner
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Conform with all company policies and procedures
What makes You an ideal candidate?
- Must be a current student pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, or another related field, with at least one semester remaining upon start of the internship.
- Must possess a minimum of a 3.0 (out of a 4-point scale) overall GPA.
- Junior or Senior classification preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required, including the ability to explain observations and technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. This incumbent may give presentations and communicate with business and technology leaders.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and conceptual skills required.
- Interest in technology, cybersecurity, data, or technology risk, with a willingness to learn how technology supports business processes and how related risks are managed.
- Must be detail oriented and able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Must be able to work independently or in a team setting.
- Previous internship, work, academic project, or coursework related to audit, technology, cybersecurity, information systems, data analytics, risk management, or business processes is considered a plus. GM Financial does not provide sponsorship for a work visa status for this position
Additional Knowledge and Skills
Working effectively within an AI enabled environment:
- Ability to use AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to support daily work
- Skills in evaluating AI outputs for accuracy, compliance, and bias
- Experience integrating AI into workflows to improve efficiency or insights
- Familiarity with AI assisted research, summarization, and content generation Understanding of responsible AI use, including ethics and data protection
Our program offers:
- 11 weeks of work experience (May 26th - August 6th)
- Executive and peer networking opportunities
- Independent and team project experiences
- Philanthropic activities
- Career development Opportunity to apply for full-time career positions
Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.
Compensation: Competitive pay
Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 3-days a week in office
GM FINANCIAL DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM FINANCIAL AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
Why GM Financial?
GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America, and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.
At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.
Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters.
About the role:
The Audit team is responsible for independently evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of the control structure for both enabling and operating departments within GM Financial North America. Results of the evaluation are reported to management along with recommendations for improvement. Audit also performs consultative audits upon management request and participates in company projects to help management identify risks and controls.
This role is responsible for executing internal audits by assessing risks, evaluating controls, performing test work, and documenting findings to help identify operational and regulatory compliance issues. The position supports the organization’s risk management objectives by completing audit assignments efficiently, recommending improvements, and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
In this role you will:
- Execute audits, including completion of design flows, risk assessments, test work/workpapers, and audit findings
- Identify control weaknesses, regulatory compliance issues, and other areas of risk
- Complete audit assignments in an efficient and timely manner
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Conform with all company policies and procedures
What makes You an ideal candidate?
- Must be a current student pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, or another related field, with at least one semester remaining upon start of the internship.
- Must possess a minimum of a 3.0 (out of a 4-point scale) overall GPA.
- Junior or Senior classification preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required, including the ability to explain observations and technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. This incumbent may give presentations and communicate with business and technology leaders.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and conceptual skills required.
- Interest in technology, cybersecurity, data, or technology risk, with a willingness to learn how technology supports business processes and how related risks are managed.
- Must be detail oriented and able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Must be able to work independently or in a team setting.
- Previous internship, work, academic project, or coursework related to audit, technology, cybersecurity, information systems, data analytics, risk management, or business processes is considered a plus. GM Financial does not provide sponsorship for a work visa status for this position
Additional Knowledge and Skills
Working effectively within an AI enabled environment:
- Ability to use AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to support daily work
- Skills in evaluating AI outputs for accuracy, compliance, and bias
- Experience integrating AI into workflows to improve efficiency or insights
- Familiarity with AI assisted research, summarization, and content generation Understanding of responsible AI use, including ethics and data protection
Our program offers:
- 11 weeks of work experience (May 26th - August 6th)
- Executive and peer networking opportunities
- Independent and team project experiences
- Philanthropic activities
- Career development Opportunity to apply for full-time career positions
Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.
Compensation: Competitive pay
Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 3-days a week in office
GM FINANCIAL DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM FINANCIAL AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
IT Audit Specialist Internship Market
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Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
- Banking & Financial Services
Tips for Your IT Audit Specialist Internship Search
Apply earlier than the posting suggests
Large employers in finance, consulting, and technology recruit summer it audit specialist interns the preceding fall, with many deadlines falling in October and November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single season so you catch roles before they close.
Build an audit portfolio before you apply
Intern hiring teams for it audit specialist roles expect limited work history, so projects carry the weight. Document two or three completed exercises, such as control assessments, audit simulations, or risk framework write-ups, that show the tools and methods you used. A linked case study or published report gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured it audit specialist programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Career center staff and professors frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice the it audit specialist intern screen out loud
IT audit intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering controls testing concepts, risk frameworks like COBIT or ISO 27001, and scenario-based questions on audit findings. Practice answering out loud, walking through your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Larger employers in financial services, consulting, and technology run structured it audit specialist cohort or rotational programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your background, check their recruiting calendars, and apply in the first wave before general applications open.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 0% of the it audit specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you are not sorting through roles you cannot take. Filtering first saves time and keeps your applications focused on realistic opportunities.
IT Audit Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an it audit specialist internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a documented portfolio of audit simulations, control assessments, or risk analysis exercises that give recruiters something concrete to evaluate. Apply directly to employers through their careers pages and attend campus career fairs, where IT audit recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an it audit specialist 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 it audit specialist interns is consistent performance on real audit work, the team's headcount at offer time, and acting on return-offer timing before the internship ends. Position yourself by delivering on every project and asking your manager about the process early, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for it audit specialist internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, particularly in finance, consulting, and big tech, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, meaning September through November deadlines are common. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single season keeps you ahead of rolling deadlines.
Are it audit specialist internships paid?
Most professional it audit specialist internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Some nonprofit or government internships may offer stipends rather than hourly pay, so read each listing carefully to understand the structure before applying.
What should an it audit specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing the audit frameworks, control testing methods, or risk tools you used, with links to published reports, case studies, or write-ups where available. Add relevant coursework in information systems, accounting, or cybersecurity. Keep it to one page, since intern hiring teams move quickly and reward clarity over length.
Are there remote it audit specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the it audit specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get it audit specialist 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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