Internal Audit Internship - Summer 2027
About The Position
Join Highgate this summer for an exciting opportunity with our Internal Audit division as an Internal Audit Intern! Our 2027 Internal Audit Internship gives you the opportunity to explore how internal audit supports financial accuracy, compliance, and business performance across the hospitality industry. You’ll work alongside experienced Audit professionals, gain exposure to audit planning, compliance reviews, data analysis, and reporting across our hotel portfolio, and begin developing the analytical and problem-solving skills that help support effective business operations. Our internship begins in June and is based at our Corporate Offices in Irving, TX.
Requirements
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Finance (in progress) or a similar degree.
- Minimum Junior status.
- Knowledge of accounting and/or finance principles.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and reports) and PowerPoint skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Must be organized with the ability to work accurately in a time-efficient manner.
- Demonstrate communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Ability to commit to a 10-week onsite internship (June–August).
- Must reside in the Dallas, TX area during the internship and work onsite in Irving, TX.
Responsibilities
- Assist with internal audits for hotel properties and corporate functions, including reviewing compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Work with property and corporate personnel to gather information and supporting documentation during audits.
- Assist with preparing internal audit reports, including findings and recommendations for improvement.
- Support quarterly monitoring and verification of SOX compliance for applicable properties.
- Assist with maintaining SOPs, process documentation, and internal control materials.
- Support initiatives focused on improving efficiency, accuracy, and reporting processes.
- Assist with accounting training and the development of supporting materials.
- Assist with ad hoc audit projects and other departmental initiatives.
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
