About the role#
The Internal Audit division at Freddie Mac is seeking curious and analytical individuals for a Summer 2027 internship. You will work at the intersection of business, technology, and risk management. This role focuses on providing independent assurance over governance and internal controls. Approximately 70% of your work will involve automation and technology-enabled auditing.
What you'll do#
- Support high-impact audit engagements that evaluate key business processes, risks, and strategic initiatives.
- Use data analytics, AI tools, and automation techniques to improve audit effectiveness.
- Analyze data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Collaborate with professionals across business, technology, quantitative risk, and operational audit teams.
- Contribute to the development of recommendations and insights for management and stakeholders.
- Participate in efforts to automate audit activities and enhance existing processes.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Business Administration.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
- Interest in data analytics, artificial intelligence, automation, risk management, or auditing.
- Experience with or exposure to data analysis tools such as Power BI, Python, or SQL is preferred.
- Understanding of business processes, technology, and data-driven decision-making.
- Strong curiosity, critical thinking, and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and communicate effectively.
Location & details#
- Location: McLean, Virginia
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Compensation: $32 per hour
- Employment type: Full-time
About Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac is a financial services company based in McLean, Virginia. Founded in 1970, the organization focuses on housing, finance, economics, and risk management. It supports the housing market by financing affordable homeownership and rental opportunities for individuals across the country. The company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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