Co-op, Internal Audit

Emera-Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Coffee Machine

Onsite Gym

Rooftop Patio

Private Meeting rooms and CollabSpaces

Networking events and growth programs

Job summary

Emera Inc. is offering a 16-week Co-op in Internal Audit for the Winter 2027 term (January 4–April 30, 2027) in Halifax, NS. You’ll work with CPAs, CIAs, and CISAs while gaining hands-on experience in risk assessment, controls testing, and SOX compliance.

You will develop skills in risk assessment, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement while contributing to audit recommendations and quarterly reporting. This is a valuable entry into the accounting/audit profession.

Qualifications

• Pursuing 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of undergrad in Commerce, Business Administration, or Accounting, or MBA.
• Strong interest in audit and accounting with desire to develop professional skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks across teams and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Willing to take ownership of real responsibilities and make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Support audit engagements and SOX compliance activities, including planning and documenting internal audits.
• Assist with walkthroughs, testing of controls, and evidence collection.
• Analyze business processes and controls to identify risks and gaps.
• Contribute to developing clear and practical audit recommendations.
• Participate in internal team initiatives and quarterly reporting.

Skills

Interest in internal audit

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ownership mindset

Education

Undergrad in Commerce/Business/Accounting

MBA program

Job description

The Opportunity

Company, Department: Emea Inc., Internal Audit

Location: Halifax, NS

Closing Date: September 18, 2026

We are currently seeking a Co-op, Internal Audit student for the Winter 2027 term (January 4 - April 30, 2027)within our Internal Audit team. This 16-week opportunity offers hands‑on experience in a professional internal audit environment, working closely with audit professionals across the Emera group of companies.

In this role, you’ll gain valuable experience working alongside current and prospective CPAs (Chartered Professional Accountants), CIAs (Certified Internal Auditors), and CISAs (Certified Information System Auditors), making this an excellent opportunity to explore a career in audit.

What you’ll do:

You will gain exposure to key audit processes in risk assessment, compliance, and internal controls. This includes:

• Support audit engagements and SOX compliance activities, including planning, executing, and documenting internal audits
• Assist with walkthroughs, testing of controls, and evidence collection
• Analyze business processes and controls to identify risks, inefficiencies, or gaps
• Contribute to the development of clear and practical audit recommendations
• Participate in internal team initiatives and quarterly reporting responsibilities

Work term outcomes:

By the end of your work term, you will have:

• Gained exposure to multiple Emera operating companies and how each conducts its business
• Developed skills in risk assessment, data analysis, communication, and stakeholder engagement
• Built familiarity with SOX compliance and risk‑based internal auditing practices
• Assessed control design, performed operational effectiveness testing, and supported audit fieldwork
• Worked alongside CPAs, CIAs, and CISAs, gaining insight into the profession and potential qualifying hours toward a future CPA designation

Who you are:

You’re a motivated and detail‑oriented student in your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of an undergraduate degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or Accounting, or enrolled in a Master of Business Administration program, with a strong interest in audit and accounting, looking to develop your professional skills in a collaborative environment.

You bring:

• Interest in pursuing a career in internal audit or an accounting/audit designation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks across teams and deadlines
• High attention to detail and a problem‑solving mindset
• This is more than just a co‑op, it’s your chance to take ownership of real responsibilities, grow your skills, and make an impact.

Who we are:

Emera Inc., a North American Energy Leader, is one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companiesand is ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and Top Employer for Young People.

Across Emera, we know our success is driven by our strong & dedicated teams. We support our teams by developing the skills and attributes they need to become our leaders of tomorrow. We do this in a number of ways including on the job training, work experiences and mentorship opportunities. We are proud to offer hands‑on work experience to post‑secondary students through student opportunities across our operating companies, by offering more than 125 student employment opportunities each year.

To learn more about us, please visit; www.emera.com

What we offer:

Facing the beautiful waterfront, you can find us located at 5151 Terminal Road in Downtown Halifax. We believe in caring for our employees and are proud to offer our students:

• Perks in the office;Free Coffee Machine, Specialty Teas, Sparkling Water Machine, Access to our onsite Gym, Rooftop Patio and Private Meeting rooms and Collaboration Spaces;
• Networking and Growth; Our Student Social Committee offers students a way to connect with their peers with biweekly events like Keynote Speaker Series, Coffee Chats and Games;
• Comprehensive and Fun Onboarding Programincluding facilitated group orientation sessions for all students joining us each term, and a handy Student Handbook and Technology Guide.

Does this sound like the right opportunity for you?

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self‑identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.