About the role#
The National Life Group internship program provides undergraduate students with meaningful, career-relevant work in preparation for full-time employment. As an Internal Audit intern, you will join a team of accounting, audit, IT, and insurance professionals. You will gain a foundational understanding of the audit process, including risk assessment, internal control identification, and testing techniques. This is a paid, 10-week summer position.
What you'll do#
- Support audit planning, risk assessment, and testing activities.
- Review business processes and financial or operational information.
- Identify key risks and controls.
- Examine supporting documentation.
- Document procedures and results accurately.
- Escalate potential inconsistencies or issues.
- Collaborate with Internal Audit team members and business partners.
- Prepare clear, organized audit summaries.
- Plan and prioritize assigned work.
What you'll need#
- Intellectual curiosity and a desire to ask questions.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Highly motivated and self-directed work style.
- Ability to work independently within established timeframes.
- Ability to think strategically and respond tactically.
- Well organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities at one time.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting or a related field.
Location & details#
- Location: Montpelier, Vermont.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site. You are expected to be in the office four days per week, typically Monday through Thursday.
About National Life Group
National Life Group provides financial services including life insurance, annuities, and investment products. The organization operates through multiple entities, such as the National Life Insurance Company and the Life Insurance Company of the Southwest. It was founded in 1848 and maintains its headquarters in Montpelier, Vermont. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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