About CCNC

From the mountains to the coast, from large cities to small towns, Community Care of North Carolina is transforming health care. Informed by statewide data and predictive analytics, community-based care-managers work with local physicians and diverse teams of health professionals to develop whole-person plans of care that connect people to the right local resources and increase equity and access to high quality care.

CCNC Mission Statement

To improve the health and quality of life for all North Carolinians by building supporting better community-based healthcare delivery systems.

Position Overview

The Information Systems / Internal Audit Intern supports the Internal Audit, Risk, and Compliance teams by assisting with risk assessments, walkthroughs, audit testing, documentation, and reporting. The intern helps evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and gains exposure to healthcare privacy, information security, and regulatory compliance requirements, including HIPAA and HITECH. This role provides hands-on experience for students interested in IT audit, internal audit, risk management, compliance, or information security.

Responsibilities

• Apply classroom knowledge to financial, operational, and IT audits while working alongside experienced professionals in risk management, internal audit, and IT security.
• Assist with scoping, planning, walkthroughs, control testing, status updates, and documentation for assigned audits and advisory projects.
• Support HIPAA and HITECH compliance activities, audit testing, basic data analysis, and report preparation.
• Gain exposure to key IT controls such as user access management, change management, backup and recovery, and other cybersecurity-related controls.
• Help develop findings and practical recommendations to strengthen internal controls and improve business processes.
• Prepare and maintain detailed workpapers, organize supporting evidence, and assist with drafting reports that summarize scope, observations, and results.
• Communicate professionally with business process owners, department leaders, and other stakeholders during walkthroughs, testing, and follow-up.
• Receive mentorship from experienced IT professionals and internal auditor professionals.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in information systems, management information systems, information technology, cybersecurity, accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
• Able to attend at least two in-person meetings in Raleigh during the internship.
• Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity, humility, and a growth mindset; open to feedback and coaching.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Interest in internal audit, information security, risk management, privacy, and/or compliance.

What the Intern Will Gain

• Hands-on experience supporting real-world financial, operational, and IT audit activities.
• Exposure to privacy, IT security, and compliance requirements in a HealthCare regulated environment.
• Practice preparing workpapers, analyzing evidence, and communicating observations and recommendations.
• Mentorship and career development support from internal audit and IT professionals.

Why Join Us

• Make a meaningful impact on youth and families across North Carolina
• Work with a supportive and collaborative care team
• Competitive Benefits Package effective first day of employment
• Opportunities for growth, training, and bonus incentives*

Ready to improve the health and quality of life of all North Carolinians by building and supporting better community-based health care delivery systems? 

• Apply today and join us in delivering compassionate care that makes a difference.