BLP Intern - Audit

Synchrony; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchrony’s Business Leadership Program Summer Internship offers a 10-week paid assignment across 10 tracks, with orientation, mentorship, and leadership exposure. Interns will gain hands-on experience in Internal Audit, performing audits, monitoring business trends, and industry research while receiving formal training.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in related fields, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, and are available for the June–August period, committing to 40 hours per week

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Internal Audit, Finance, Accounting, Math, Economics, or related field
• Minimum overall 3.0 GPA
• Available for 10 consecutive weeks during Internship (June – August)
• Must be able to work minimum of 40 hour week

Responsibilities

• Audit and testing work (design, planning, field work, executing audits, reporting)
• Ongoing business monitoring (how the business stays involved in emerging topics and trends)
• Industry research (regulators look for, red flags, upcoming trends)
• Formal training (compliance, technical audit)

Skills

Leadership

Independent work

Team collaboration

Project management

Communication

Adaptability

Excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Internal Audit, Finance, Accounting, Math, Economics, or related field

Job description

Business Leadership Program Internship Overview

Synchrony’s Business Leadership Program Summer Internship is a 10-week paid assignment in one of our 10 Tracks. During the summer, each BLP Intern is provided with project work that is important to our business, and we’ll look to you to challenge us and contribute to driving innovation for our future. Beyond the assignment, BLPs gain the full Synchrony Experience with an immersive orientation during Week 1, the Intern Summer Series to meet and network with leaders around the business, and ongoing support from a team and mentors who are invested in your success.

Internal Audit BLP Internship Experience: What You’ll Accomplish

This internship is for students who are looking to get a critical jump start on a career in Internal Audit, working side by side with our experts in the function to gain valuable hands-on experience.

In the Internal Audit BLP Internship, you will have experiences in Professional Practices, Risk, or Finance such as:

• Audit and testing work (design, planning, field work, executing audits, reporting)
• Ongoing business monitoring(how the business stays involvedin emerging topics and trends)
• Industry research (what regulators look for, what raises red flags, upcoming trends)
• Formal training (compliance, technical audit)

What do we look for in all potential BLP Interns?

• Ability to effectively work independently and within collaborative teams
• Proven leadership both inside and beyond the classroom
• Strong project management and communication skills
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and passion for learning
• Passion for excellence with high integrity and a commitment to quality
• Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in area of work

Desired Characteristics for the Internal Audit Track

• Demonstrated leadership and initiative
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills
• Attention to detail, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the capability to meet deadlines
• Passion for excellence with high integrity and a commitment to quality
• Ability to objectively identify problems and recommend solutions within complex frameworks
• Able to work independently on multiple assignments while effectively supporting teamwork and achievement of team objectives
• Knowledge and/or experience of US GAAP, SEC, and SOX reporting requirements and processes
• Knowledge and experience with FRB BHC, OCC, and FDIC regulatory reporting requirements and related guidance

Basic Qualifications & Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Internal Audit, Finance, Accounting, Math, Economics, or related field
• Excellent academic record – Minimum overall 3.0 GPA
• Available for 10 consecutive weeks during Internship (June – August)
• Must be able to work minimum of 40 hour week

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• You must be 18 years or older
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
• You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
• Geographic mobility: Ability to relocate based on program or business direction

• Participants will receive full relocation benefits (if moving 50 miles or more) and fully furnished housing.

For additional details about our BLP Summer Internship benefits, visit www.synchronyuniversity.com.

Our Commitment

When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard—but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+, with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with and find opportunity to go beyond your passions.

We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

• Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
• If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time.

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Family Group

Internal Audit