Auditor, Intern

State of Alaska•Juneau, AK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A summer internship with the State of Alaska's Division of Legislative Audit offers students or recent graduates a hands-on introduction to governmental auditing. Interns are exposed to multiple aspects of the audit process, including performing audit procedures and preparing workpapers. Work is reviewed by experienced auditor employees. The Division’s mission—enhancing government operations and accountability—is embedded in the work Intern Auditors perform. Working on a team of auditors, interns are placed in a caring, professional, and educational environment designed to help them learn and thrive throughout the fourteen-week program. This position is fully onsite in Juneau, Alaska. Interns coming from out of town may qualify for a modest housing stipend.

Requirements

U.S. work authorization
Communicating effectively, and in a professional manner, both verbally and in writing
Evaluating business processes, identifying risks, and determining appropriate controls
Reading, comprehending, and analyzing information
Researching and interpreting federal and state laws, rules, and regulations
Maintaining confidential information
Working individually or in a team environment and fostering a positive work atmosphere
Working effectively under pressure and meeting frequent deadlines
Demonstrating basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Juniors, seniors, or recent alumni, pursuing or possessing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields.
Completed Intermediate Accounting courses prior to the start date
Plan to enter the workforce full-time in 2027 or 2028
Minimum GPA of 3.25

Nice To Haves

Plan to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Responsibilities

Performing audit procedures and techniques in accordance with audit standards established by the AICPA and government audit standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States
Preparation of workpapers that are thorough, complete, and accurate, documenting audit procedures
Research into laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements to determine if programs and processes are being administered accordingly
Identifying errors and summarizing results of findings in accordance with audit procedures
Interviews with state agency personnel regarding agency operations and documentation of the interviews
Obtaining audit documentation from state agency personnel
Other duties as assigned