Internal Audit Intern

Arkansas Department of Transportation • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

Under immediate supervision, the Internal Audit Intern assists with tasks in the Internal Audit Division and performs a wide variety of duties in a learning capacity. The role supports planning and execution of audit and review assignments, risk assessments, audit procedure development, evaluation of controls, reporting findings, and special reviews. The position may also perform other related duties as assigned. The Department may modify job descriptions based on its needs, and the Arkansas Department of Transportation is an at-will employer.

The posting closes on 11/3/2026. Pay is $15.00–$18.00 per hour, based on the number of college credit hours completed.

Requirements

• Be pursuing the educational equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, management, or a related field at an accredited college or university.
• Have completed at least 30 college hours toward the degree.
• Have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Understanding of basic principles of Government Auditing Standards and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Strong research, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• A criminal background check is required; failure to meet suitability standards may result in rejection or termination.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of audit and review assignments in accordance with accepted professional standards.
• Assist Division staff in performing engagement-level risk assessments.
• Assist in determining audit objectives based on risk assessment results and developing audit procedures to meet those objectives.
• Assist in evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of controls designed to mitigate risks.
• Assist in reporting audit results clearly, concisely, and accurately, and recommend corrections, operational improvements, and cost reductions based on findings and root cause analysis.
• Assist with special reviews requested by management.
• Assist in preparing audit procedures to test transactions and supporting documents for compliance with state and federal policies, regulations, and guidelines.
• Assist in audits and reviews, whether internal or external to the Department’s operations.
• Perform other related, similar, or assigned duties.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern