Audit Summer Internship

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) offers a unique opportunity to work in a government environment that is high profile and has high expectations but is also committed to sustaining a healthy work/life balance. The OSA conducts various performance audits of state agencies, departments, programs, and vendors who contract with the Commonwealth. The goal of the OSA is to conduct audits that will identify opportunities and provide recommendations to improve government operations by establishing accountability, improving the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, and enhancing the transparency of government activities. Successful Interns come from many backgrounds. For this entry-level position, the OSA is looking for candidates who have strong communication and analytical skills, the ability to build effective working relationships, and a strong desire for professional development. This internship is full-time, 37.5 hours a week. All OSA employees are required to work 3 days in their assigned regional office, and may telecommute the remaining 2 days per week. This policy also applies to interns. Work under the direct supervision of an Auditor-in-charge (AIC) or audit staff. Interns at the OSA participate in audits of state government entities. After a period of initial training and “onboarding,” interns are assigned to an audit (in a region of the state) and, under the supervision of an AIC, are responsible for performing various audit-related tasks, including, but not limited to, conducting audit testing and preparing electronic work papers, attending and participating in meetings and interviews, employing analytical skills in assessing documents and records, and preparing various written documents. Interns are required to travel to audit sites within the state and are expected to complete all of their assigned work in a timely and professional manner in accordance with OSA policies and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). At the completion of their internship, Interns undergo an evaluation that involves assessing their work performance. The Office of the State Auditor is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Employment actions such as recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals are based upon a policy of non- discrimination. Employment decisions and actions are made without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, military status, genetic information, political affiliation, or veteran’s status.

Requirements

• A student in good academic standing working towards a bachelor’s degree in accounting or other business- related major, political science, or a related field who has already completed their junior year.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity working with Microsoft software (Office Suite).
• Good organizational skills and the ability to problem-solve and think critically and creatively.
• The ability and desire to be a self-starter and follow through with assigned tasks within established timeframes with a minimum amount of supervision.
• Ability to effectively collaborate and develop good working relationships.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• valid Massachusetts driver’s license
• Massachusetts residency

Nice To Haves

• Any work experience in accounting or auditing, particularly performance auditing or civic/ community engagement.
• Demonstrated leadership potential.
• Experience using computer based research tools and other information sources.
• Experience in interviewing, writing reports, giving presentations and/or conducting research.
• Knowledge of state government operations.

Responsibilities

• conducting audit testing
• preparing electronic work papers
• attending and participating in meetings and interviews
• employing analytical skills in assessing documents and records
• preparing various written documents
• travel to audit sites within the state
• complete all of their assigned work in a timely and professional manner in accordance with OSA policies and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
• undergo an evaluation that involves assessing their work performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees