Hybrid Internal Audit Intern – Summer 2027

Sterling Jewelers Inc.; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Signet Jewelers in Akron, OH offers a Summer Internship in Internal Audit. As an intern you will participate in audits and advisory projects, supporting control oversight and process documentation. The role focuses on data analytics, IIA standards, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

You must be enrolled in accounting/finance/business with a 3.0 GPA and anticipated graduation May 2028. Hybrid work arrangement and a pay range of $19–$20 per hour are provided, with commuting to Akron as

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, economics or related discipline.
• Anticipated graduation May 2028
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proactive individuals who can work independently and collaboratively.
• Previous business experience, auditing coursework or an internship is desired but not required

Responsibilities

• Participate in the audit planning activities including gathering, reviewing and interpreting data, interviewing key stakeholders to determine scope of the audit and project procedures
• Assist in performing audit testing procedures, including walkthroughs to assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls through various means – inspection, observation, and re-performance
• Document business processes including flowcharting of key processes, risks and controls
• Perform and document detailed tests of controls including evaluation of completeness and accuracy of data and reports
• Report audit findings including evaluation of key risks.
• Identify control deficiencies within audit work. Document the facts surrounding identified audit findings and preliminary risk statements and recommendations for remediation which are beneficial/value added
• Develops an awareness of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards over performing internal audit work as well as retail industry trends and threats (internal/external)
• Follows Signet’s internal audit methodology ensuring quality and consistency in accordance with IIA standards
• Develops an awareness of the use data analytics and can perform basic analytics by the end of the internship

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business/economics

Tools

Data analytics basics

Job description

Signet Jewelers in Akron, OH offers a Summer Internship in Internal Audit. As an intern you will participate in audits and advisory projects, supporting control oversight and process documentation. The role focuses on data analytics, IIA standards, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

You must be enrolled in accounting/finance/business with a 3.0 GPA and anticipated graduation May 2028. Hybrid work arrangement and a pay range of $19–$20 per hour are provided, with commuting to Akron as