Internal Audit Intern - Summer 2027

Merchants Bank of Indiana • Carmel, IN

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About The Position

Are you looking for an internship that encourages creativity and innovation? We believe our people make the difference in our business, and our interns are no exception. In our internship program you will be responsible for supporting your assigned team with a variety of projects and administrative work. No coffee runners work here in the summer; you will do real work that you can add to your resume once you have completed this program. For our top performing interns, this program is our pipeline for many of our entry level full-time positions.

Requirements

• Have completed at least your sophomore year of college. Graduates are welcome to apply as well.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Strong academic performance (preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Interest in internal audit, risk management, or banking.
• Be a self-starter who takes ownership of assigned work, demonstrates accountability, and proactively seeks opportunities to contribute and learn.
• Exhibit these core disciplines: Teamwork, Communication, Critical Thinking, Integrity, Self-Discipline, and Adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of internal audit engagement and/or SOX testing procedures, including walkthroughs and control testing.
• Support audit planning activities by gathering data, documenting processes, and participating in performing preliminary audit engagement risk assessments.
• Prepare and organize audit workpapers in accordance with internal audit standards and guidance.
• Analyze data and transactions to identify trends, anomalies, or potential controls issues.
• Participate in meetings with audit team members and business unit personnel to understand processes and controls.
• Assist in tracking audit findings and remediation efforts.
• Perform administrative and ad hoc tasks in support of audit engagements or department activities.
• Support innovative department projects focused on enhancing audit effectiveness and efficiency through the use of data analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI).
• Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding the industry’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques, and performance standards.
• Have both a manager and mentor to help guide your through our program and your day-to-day work.
• Be given the opportunity to deliver a final presentation of your project/s results and make business recommendations to your department, team members and Company leadership.

Benefits

• Mock interviews and resume review with our talent management team will help prepare you to enter the workforce.
• LinkedIn training will help you build and develop your personal profile and teach you about the value of online professional networking.
• DISC Assessment – coursework on how to use your DISC results to help improve teamwork, communication, and productivity in the workplace.
• “Company Insiders” Training - Listen to current Merchants’ employees tell their success stories and learn about who we are and what each department does to support our success.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed