Intern - Internal Audit

Zayo Group•Denver, CO

10d

About The Position

Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises. External Field Zayo is seeking a motivated and analytical Internal Audit Intern to join our Internal Audit (IA) team. This role offers hands-on experience in operational, financial, and compliance audit activities across the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, curious, and eager to learn how risk management, controls, and audit processes supporting a well-run business. This internship provides exposure to audit methodologies, data analysis, internal control frameworks, and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Analytics, Information Systems, or related field.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn new tax systems.
Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently and within a team.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; willingness to learn internal systems and tools.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in audit, accounting information systems, or data analytics.
Familiarity with COSO Internal Control framework or audit methodologies.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) or data tools (Power BI, Alteryx, Power Query).
Interest in telecommunications, technology, or regulated industries.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and performing operational, financial, and compliance audits.
Participate in walkthroughs to document business processes and internal controls.
Support testing of internal control design and operating effectiveness.
Help prepare audit workpapers that clearly document procedures performed and conclusions reached.
Assist in SOX-related support activities, including walkthroughs and control testing.
Participate in IA continuous improvement initiatives and automation projects.
Engage in cross-functional collaboration with Accounting, Finance, IT, Operations, and Compliance teams.
Perform data extraction and analysis using Excel, Power BI, or ERP tools.
Assist with identifying anomalies, trends, or exceptions in datasets.
Contribute to audit report drafting, including summarizing results and preparing visuals.