About the role#
CNO Financial Group is hiring Internal Audit Interns for the summer of 2027. You will work alongside our Internal Audit associates to assist with day-to-day department tasks. This is a full-time, paid internship. The program runs from May 17 through August 6, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Complete Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing for assigned business process controls under the supervision of a lead.
- Document your testing work, including procedures, evidence reviewed, sample selections, and final conclusions.
- Collaborate with team members and business process owners to request evidence.
- Follow up on open items and resolve questions that arise during the testing process.
- Participate in networking events, leader talks, career counseling, and volunteer opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Progress toward a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related discipline.
- Status as a rising junior or rising senior with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2029.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week for the 10-12 week duration of the program.
- Foundational skills in the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Candidates must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.
Location & details#
- This position is fully remote. You must be able to work during Central or Eastern time zone business hours.
- All work must be performed within the United States.
- Occasional travel to corporate offices may be required, including one week for an in-person event.
About CNO Financial Group
CNO Financial Group provides life and health insurance, annuities, and financial services to middle-income individuals and families. The company operates through brands such as Bankers Life, Colonial Penn, Optavise, and Washington National. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, the firm manages over 3 million policies. Its workforce includes thousands of associates and agents who assist clients with retirement and income protection needs.
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