Internal Controls Intern

Job Description

Job Summary/Objective:
The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and

productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work. Southwire provides interns and co-ops with

“real world” applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment

after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of

study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.

Note: All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation.

Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us power what’s possible?

Key Responsibilities
· Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and

will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.

· You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational

leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.

· You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and

offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and

community service /volunteer initiatives.

· You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to

a world-class program community.

· Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.

Long Description

Position Summary

The Internal Controls Intern will support the organization’s efforts to strengthen its internal control environment by assisting with risk assessments, process reviews, and compliance monitoring. This internship provides exposure to key business processes and offers hands-on experience in evaluating control effectiveness, identifying gaps, and recommending improvements. The intern will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand operational workflows and contribute to initiatives that enhance governance, risk management, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in documenting and reviewing internal control processes across various departments.
• Support the execution of risk assessments and control testing activities.
• Help identify control gaps and recommend remediation strategies.
• Participate in walkthroughs of business processes to understand control points and risks.
• Contribute to the development of process flowcharts and control matrices.
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams across finance, operations, and compliance to gather insights and validate controls.
• Support internal audit and compliance initiatives as needed.
• Perform administrative tasks related to documentation and data management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organization, planning, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or other relevant tools.