IT Internal Audit Intern - Post-Graduate (6 Month Duration)

Mountain America Credit Union

Posted 3 days ago

Internship

Sandy, Utah

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Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will support the planning, execution, and documentation of IT audit and advisory engagements. Key tasks include assessing IT general controls, performing process walkthroughs, and identifying control gaps within a financial institution.

Qualifications

You have a recent bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance, business, information systems, or cybersecurity, with a strong interest in IT risk management and internal audit. You should possess analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to learning internal audit methodologies and cybersecurity principles.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Information Systems

Cybersecurity

Data Management

ITGCs

Access Management

Change Management

Information Security

CIA

CISA

Job Description

Please reference the schedule and minimum qualifications listed below before applying.

If you need assistance with filling out our application form or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process, please notify our Human Resources Team at 801-366-6947 option 1 or email macurecruiting@macu.com and every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate your needs in a timely manner.

Job Summary

This role is designed for students currently enrolled in a university program who are interested in understanding how IT risk management, governance frameworks, and internal audit practices contribute to a strong and secure credit union environment. The ideal candidate is motivated, detail-oriented, and intellectually curious, with a foundational understanding of information systems, cybersecurity principles, and data management concepts. The candidate should demonstrate a strong interest in learning internal audit methodologies, regulatory expectations, and how technology enables and impacts business processes.

Job Description

LOCATION

Mountain America Center - In Office:

9800 S Monroe St
Sandy, UT 84070


SCHEDULE

Full Time


Position Overview:

The IT Internal Audit Intern will support the Audit Director/Manager and Internal Audit team in the planning, execution, and documentation of IT audit and advisory engagements. This role provides hands-on exposure to evaluating technology risks, assessing the design and effectiveness of IT general controls (ITGCs), and supporting audits of systems, applications, and cybersecurity processes within a financial institution.


The intern will assist in areas such as access management, change management, system operations, data integrity, and information security, helping ensure that key controls are appropriately designed and operating effectively. Responsibilities may also include analyzing data, documenting control processes, performing walkthroughs, and assisting with the identification of control gaps and remediation activities.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in full-cycle execution of audit and advisory engagements, including planning and fieldwork.
  • Participate in meetings with stakeholders to document process walkthroughs and assess control design and operating effectiveness.
  • Gain an understanding of the Global Internal Audit Standards and apply them in daily work.
  • Contribute to risk assessments, issue validation, and audit follow-up activities.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit department.
  • Perform other related duties to support the Audit Director/Manager and audit team.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • High attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and excellent problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
  • Demonstrated persistence in managing tasks, tracking details, and meeting deadlines.
  • Interest in developing expertise in audit, risk, controls, or compliance.

Education & Qualifications

  • Recent bachelor’s or master’s degree graduate in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, Cybersecurity or a related field.
  • Preferred GPA: 3.75 or higher.
  • Commitment to obtaining and passing CIA or CISA certification within 6 months.

Mountain America Credit Union is an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.

Mountain America Credit Union

It may be our story, but it's all about you. Mountain America Credit Union first opened its doors in the 1930s with a commitment to guiding our members to achieve their financial dreams. Today, our essence—guidance—remains the focal point of our identity. It’s a purpose-driven identity to ensure that everything we do moves you safely along your journey. Call it a path, a trail, or simply a way through. Sometimes it's arrow straight. Other times it has unexpected twists and turns that require knowledge of the road ahead. From wherever you are to where you see yourself going, there is a clear way forward. It's life's financial journey, and we're here to guide you every step of the way. As your financial partner, we'll help outfit you with the tools for the journey ahead—like convenient, flexible products and services designed around how you really live, as well as sound, timely advice to help steer you around any obstacles. This is your journey. Let's begin together, right here. Equal Housing Lender. Insured by NCUA.

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