Internal Audit Apprentice

Crown Holdings; Île-de-France; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Holdings in Saint-Ouen offers an Internal Audit apprenticeship for Master's students in Finance or related fields. As an apprentice, you'll participate in financial and operational audits, support planning, and analyze data using Excel and SAP.

This opportunity not only provides hands-on experience but also strengthens your analytical skills and introduces you to various business operations across EMEA. Applicants should showcase strong communication abilities and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in written and conversational English; other languages a plus.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in financial and operational audits across EMEA.
• Support planning and execution of audit work.
• Analyze data and perform testing using Excel and SAP.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Audit, or related field

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Kick-start your career in Internal Audit with a global leader

Are you a curious, analytical student looking to gain real-world experience in a dynamic international environment?

Join Crown’s Internal Audit team in Saint-Ouen and take part in meaningful assignments across EMEA.

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced auditors, gain exposure to real business challenges, and contribute to improving the company’s performance and control environment.

About Crown EMEA

Crown’s EMEA Division plays a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable metal packaging solutions across EMEA. With a strong industrial footprint, over $2 billion in annual revenues, and a diverse portfolio of blue-chip customers, the region offers a truly international and high-performance environment.

Crown Holdings is a Fortune 500 company listed on the NYSE, providing the unique opportunity to start your career within a leading U.S. multinational, combining global scale, operational excellence, and strong exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic challenges.

About the role

The Internal Audit department is a key pillar of Crown Holdings’ corporate governance, working closely with Executive Management, the Board, and External Auditors.

Beyond assurance, Internal Audit plays an active role in driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the business. The function reports directly to the Audit Committee, ensuring independence and strong impact.

As part of the team, you will contribute to audit assignments across the EMEA region and gain hands-on experience in risk assessment, internal controls, and business processes.

What you will do

As an Internal Audit Apprentice, you will:

• Participate in financial, operational, and compliance audits across EMEA
• Support the planning, execution, and documentation of audit work
• Analyze data and perform testing using tools such as Excel and SAP
• Contribute to internal control reviews, including SOX compliance
• Assist in special projects and process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with international teams and build a strong understanding of business operations

You will be coached by experienced auditors and gradually gain autonomy on your assignments.

What you will learn

This apprenticeship will allow you to:

• Develop a strong understanding of internal audit methodologies and frameworks
• Build analytical and problem-solving skills in a real business environment
• Gain exposure to international operations and stakeholders
• Strengthen your communication and professional skills
• Acquire practical experience highly valued in Audit, Finance, and Consulting careers

Who we are looking for

• Master’s student in Finance, Audit, or a related field
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Strong written and conversational English; additional languages (e.g., Spanish, French, German, Arabic) are a plus
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations
• Proactive, decisive, and able to support opinions with sound reasoning
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
• Quick learner, adaptable to new processes and ideas
• Capable of working independently with integrity, transparency, and timeliness