Intern, Internal Audit-Dallas, Texas

Key Skills

Accounting, Data Analytics, Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Finance, Microsoft-Excel, Powerpoint, WiFi

Job Description

Internship Overview:

• Time Commitment: 20-25 hours per week
• Internship Duration:1/16/24-5/3/24
• Hybrid position. Must be based in Dallas, TX or the immediate surrounding area
• Salary: $23.00 per hour

Internship Outcomes:

Individuals participating in the internship program are provided with an opportunity to:

• Gain important and practical job skills to be successful in a non-profit environment.
• Opportunity to explore a career path with a reputable voluntary health/service organization.
• Gain experience in the professional world while learning about board management.
• Complete an internship that enriches your academic and professional resume as well as enriching your personal life by making a difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

Tasks could include things like the following:

• Receive exposure to the internal audit profession, including IIA Professional Auditing Standards.
• Gain experience in key business processes of a non-profit organization, with an international presence.
• Assist in the planning phase of assigned segments of an audit.
• Support and perform audit tests through the review and analysis of documentation and system databases.
• Interact and engage with different stakeholders during the audit process.
• Analyze data, using technology to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Science, Business/Administration, Information Systems, or a related field with an interest in internal audit.
• Desire to learn the principles and practices of internal audit.
• Desire to be exposed to advanced technology, including Financial Software.
• Experience with Diligent Data Analytics a plus.
• Demonstrated skills in effective one-on-one and group communications.
• Ability to deal professionally in a corporate or non-profit environment and assume responsibility for guiding projects and programs from inception through completion.
• Required Equipment: Reliable WiFi Connection.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities involving multiple entities.
• Intermediate to excellent proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk, M-F between the hours of 8:30am-5pm.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship, now or in the future. For any roles working remotely, the work must also be performed inside the United States, not in a foreign country.

Compensation & Benefits

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation and Performance – Attracting talented, committed interns means offering competitive compensation, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. And we do.
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.

Apply Today:

So, are you ready to intern for the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases?

A cover letter is recommended to explain why an internship in public health at the American Heart Association appeals to you.

The American Heart Association’s 2024 Goal: Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities. We're committed to ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared impact across a diverse set of backgrounds.