IT Audit Intern

Hilltop Holdings•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Hilltop Holdings Inc. is seeking a qualified student to join its Internal Audit department as a Summer Intern. Under the direction of the Internal Audit Manager, the intern will gain hands-on experience in the internal audit profession and entry-level audit experience in the financial services industry. The position provides exposure to SOX controls and the audit methodology aligned with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, including sampling, documentation standards, and issue writing. The intern will assist with audit initiatives across the company, perform tests of SOX, business, and/or IT general controls, review sampled evidence against specified criteria, and identify exceptions. Hilltop Holdings’ Internal Audit department provides independent and objective consulting to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls at Hilltop and its operating companies: PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities. The department uses a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve risk management, internal control, and governance processes. Its team works collaboratively with management across the company and emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, and helping colleagues succeed.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Junior or senior standing in a related academic program, such as MIS, computer sciences, or another IT field.
Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
Ability to initiate tasks independently and follow through to completion.
Exceptional time-management and organizational skills.
Exceptional analytical skills and above-average attention to detail.
Interest in learning about career opportunities in audit and/or the financial services industry.
Excellent PC skills, including proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States without requiring sponsorship, whether in student status or not.

Nice To Haves

Some work experience (0–1 year) is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Learn about SOX controls included in the financial reporting process.
Learn the department’s audit methodology, aligned with IIA standards, including sampling, documentation standards, and issue writing.
Participate in discussions of SOX control issues and provide detailed examples as needed; receive guidance on drawing appropriate conclusions from test results.
Accompany SOX process walkthrough interviews, take notes, and complete documentation.
Perform audit tests of SOX, business, and/or IT general controls; check sampled evidence documentation against specified criteria; and identify exceptions.
Provide input into discussions of exceptions with management.
Complete workpaper templates documenting test results and conclusions according to Internal Audit methodology.
Draft language for issues identified for reporting to management.
Report work status to the direct manager and manage time to complete tasks within established timeframes.
Perform other duties as assigned.