Internal Audit Intern - Summer 2026

Lam Research • Tualatin, OR

14h

About The Position

Lam Research Corporation is seeking a highly motivated Internal Audit Intern to join our Internal Audit team for a three-month summer internship based in Tualatin, Oregon. This internship provides hands-on exposure to internal audit practices within a global technology company, with a strong emphasis on data analytics and the use of emerging AI-enabled tools to enhance audit efficiency, risk identification, and insights.
The intern will work closely with internal auditors and data-savvy professionals to support audit planning, execution, and reporting activities while gaining practical experience in applying analytics to real-world business and control environments.
Hands-on experience in a global internal audit function at a leading semiconductor equipment company.
Practical application of data analytics and AI tools in an internal audit setting.
Mentorship from experienced internal audit professionals.
Exposure to real-world business processes, risks, and controls.
Development of technical, analytical, and professional skills applicable to careers in audit, accounting, analytics, or technology.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong interest in internal audit, risk management, and controls.
• Foundational knowledge of data analytics concepts and techniques.
• Experience with or exposure to analytical tools such as Excel (advanced functions), Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, R, or similar.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and experiment with AI and automation tools in a business or audit context.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship, coursework, or project experience involving data analytics, audit, or business intelligence.
• Familiarity with internal audit concepts, SOX, or risk and controls frameworks.
• Exposure to AI tools such as generative AI, process automation, or scripting for data analysis.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Internal Audit team members in executing operational, financial, and compliance audits.
• Support the use of data analytics techniques to analyze large datasets, identify trends, anomalies, and potential risks.
• Help develop, test, and document audit analytics and dashboards using tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, or similar technologies.
• Explore and apply AI-enabled tools (e.g., automation, machine learning, or generative AI) to improve audit processes, testing, or documentation.
• Participate in audit planning activities, including process walkthroughs, risk assessments, and control understanding.
• Assist with audit workpaper documentation and preparation of audit findings under the guidance of audit professionals.
• Collaborate with team members to continuously improve audit methodologies and analytical approaches.

Benefits

• At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees