• (E3) Internal Audit Intern

    City of College Station (College Station, TX)


    (E3) Internal Audit Intern

     

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    (E3) Internal Audit Intern

     

    Salary

     

    $20.00 Hourly

     

    Location

     

    College Station, TX

     

    Job Type

     

    Paid Internship

     

    Job Number

     

    2602517

     

    Department

     

    Internal Auditor

     

    Opening Date

     

    01/15/2026

     

    Closing Date

     

    4/10/2026 11:59 PM Central

     

    Hiring Range

     

    $0.00-$20.00

     

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    Description

    Under supervision of the City Auditor, the Audit Intern supports internal audit engagements in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (IIA Red Book) and assists with evaluating municipal operations, gathering and analyzing audit evidence, and developing audit objectives and methodologies. The intern prepares audit documentation and work papers, contributing to reviews that promote transparency, efficiency, and accountability in City operations.

     

    Professional development benefits of the internship program include the ability to access additional assessments and resources to enhance self-awareness and professional development, participate in tours and discussions with key departments to learn about their roles, as well as attend a city council meeting(or view via Channel 19)to obtain knowledge of the decision-making processes of local government and the role of the department in supporting city-wide policies and initiatives.

    Principal Duties

    + Perform internal audit activities to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of operational procedures and internal control systems, the accuracy of financial records, and the level of compliance with applicable laws, governmental regulations and management policies or procedures.

    + Examine the FY26 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) Audit records, financial transactions and internal systems and work with departmental personnel to obtain information to determine compliance with applicable laws, government regulations and management policies or procedures.

    + Examine and evaluate information obtained for deficiencies in controls, work and process redundancy, over-spending fraud and/or lack of compliance with laws, regulations and management policies or procedures. Investigates claims of fraudulent activities.

    + Develop audit findings, prepare recommendations of corrective actions and drafts summary reports for improved performance.

    + Recommend changes for policy as needed and work with departments and management to correct identified deficiencies.

    + Facilitates information flow and follow-up between appropriate parties.

    + Performs related duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Required:

    Currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program related to Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration or Data Analytics.

    Preferred:

    Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

     

    Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or visualization tools

     

    Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and financial data.

     

    Effective communication and report-writing abilities.

     

    Interest in public service, governance, and performance improvement.

     

    Hours: 30-40 hours/week; May 18, 2026 – July 31, 2026

     

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    An Equal Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

    APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

    www.cstx.gov/careers

     

    [email protected]

     

    This position is not benefit eligible.

     

    01

     

    Describe a time when you analyzed data, financial information, or a process to identify an error, inefficiency, or improvement opportunity. What tools or methods did you use, and what was the outcome?

     

    02

     

    This internship involves evaluating internal controls and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies. How would you approach reviewing a department’s process or records to determine whether controls are effective and compliance requirements are being met?

     

    03

     

    What interests you in internal auditing within a municipal government, and how do you see this internship contributing to your academic and professional goals?

     

    04

     

    Are you able to commit to working 30–40 hours per week from May 18, 2026 through July 31, 2026?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    05

     

    Will you be seeking scholastic/class credit for this internship?

     

    + Yes

    + No

    Required Question

    Employer

     

    City of College Station

     

    Address

     

    1101 Texas Avenue

     

    College Station, Texas, 77840

     

    Phone

     

    979-764-3517

     

    Website

     

    http://cstx.gov/careers

     

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