Internal Audit Intern at KEMBA Financial Credit Union – Columbus, Ohio

Internal Audit Intern

Purpose

The purpose of KEMBA’s Internship Program is to provide students with a meaningful and enriching learning experience that helps them grow both personally and professionally. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience, build real skills, and learn how a financial cooperative operates within the community.

This program is designed to introduce you to potential career paths in the credit union industry while offering support, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to real projects. You will also learn more about financial literacy and the cooperative principles that guide our work, especially our commitment to education, training, and information.

Objective

The Internal Audit Intern will support the Internal Audit department by assisting with audit fieldwork, process documentation, workpaper completion, and planning activities. This role provides hands-on exposure to auditing practices, business operations, and risk management within the credit union. The intern will contribute to audit procedures, partner with departments across the organization, and gain meaningful professional development experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs audit fieldwork as assigned
• Completes portions of audit test plans
• Creates and updates audit workpapers that meet department standards
• Updates process documentation to reflect accurate procedures and controls
• Partners with Internal Audit associates on branch audits, privacy audits, parameter reviews, and file reviews
• Conducts interviews with process owners to gather audit evidence
• Participates in audit planning activities
• Reviews audit findings and participate in discussions to brainstorm recommendations
• Observes business operations to enhance understanding of processes and risks
• Assists in preparing the final internship presentation summarizing learning and contributions
• Develops an understanding of credit union operations, history, and audit methodology
• Demonstrates professionalism and strong communication when interacting with auditors, associates, and internal customers
• Continues to develop skills and knowledge through assigned training and learning opportunities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Capstone Project

• Completes a capstone project that applies learned skills to real-world outcomes
• Presents the completed project at the conclusion of the 10-week program (June 1–August 7)

Required Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in: Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented with strong organizational abilities
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well independently or as part of a team
• Interest in audit, risk management, or financial services
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow established procedures

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed below represent those necessary to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

The intern is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with arms, and communicate verbally. Occasional standing, walking, and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds may be required. Vision requirements include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.