Job Description

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

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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.

LOCATION

Mountain America Center - In Office:

9800 S Monroe St
Sandy, UT 84070

SCHEDULE

Part Time

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.