Audit Intern

Northern Trust • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As an intern at Northern Trust, you will have the opportunity to build relevant skills, work on meaningful projects, and participate in a collaborative program designed to support your early career development. You will work directly with your team on day-to-day tasks while joining internship program events to develop new skills, network with senior leaders, and connect with fellow interns in the program. Through hands-on experience, meaningful project work, and exposure to a dynamic global business, you will begin to see how your interests can grow into a long-term career at Northern Trust. A recruiter will work with you to determine the best team placement given your interests, skill set, and relevant experience.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related area at an accredited college/university with an expected graduate date of December 2027 through Summer 2028
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Curious about financial markets and interested in learning more about the financial services industry
• Proven analytical, data interpretation, problem-solving, critical and strategic thinking skills through coursework and/or previous internship experience
• Some knowledge of accounting and financial principles, usually acquired through accounting/finance coursework or prior related experience, and are curious to learn more
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Responsibilities

• Validate effectiveness and provide guidance of business unit controls
• Interact with stakeholders to understand oversight of accounting and financial infrastructures
• Working towards becoming proficient in all areas of the job
• Running and creating formal reports
• Develop professional skills related to assigned area of Audit
• Completes and compiles a high-quality summary of findings and recommendations for review in a concise and professional manner

Benefits

• Retirement benefits (401k and pension)
• Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability)
• Paid time off
• Parental and caregiver leave
• Life & accident insurance
• Other voluntary and well-being benefits
• Discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern