Internal Audit Intern

CoBank; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Careers with a purpose

2 days vacation; accrued sick time

Housing stipend

Hybrid work model

CoBank University training

Associate Resource Groups

Job summary

CoBank is offering a 10-week Internal Audit Internship in Denver. You will assist in documenting and executing operational, technological, and financial procedures, help with audit reporting, and collaborate across divisions on risk assessments and special reviews.

The role is hybrid with at least 3 days in the office, and interns work about 40 hours per week. Eligible students may work toward developing KPI metrics or risk-tracking methodologies while gaining real-world banking experience.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Information Systems, Agribusiness or related field
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills in Excel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn other software

Responsibilities

• Assist in documenting and executing operational, technological, and financial procedures.
• Support reporting of audit results and communication of findings.
• Collaborate with other CoBank divisions to perform risk assessments and special reviews.
• Possibly develop KPI metrics or risk tracking methodologies.

Skills

Excel modeling

Financial analysis

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Research skills

Microsoft Office

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Information Systems, Agribusiness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits Overview

CoBank interns get real-life exposure to the daily duties of their group. They spend the summer as a valued member of their respective team, learning business skills and assisting with a variety of projects that have an impact on the bank’s operations. An additional focus of the summer intern will be to complete a capstone project that will seek to add value to the team they are supporting.

Remarkable Benefits Offered by CoBank

• Careers with a purpose
• Time-Off Package: 2 days of vacation; accrued sick time
• Competitive Compensation & Housing Stipend
• Hybrid work model: flexible arrangements for most positions
• Robust training and development with CoBank University
• Associate Resource Groups: creating a culture of respect and inclusion

Job Description

Application Deadline

This role will remain open until October 2 based on the volume of applications received. Please note that the deadline may be extended at the discretion of the hiring team.

Eligibility

Internship applicants must be students with expected graduation dates between December 2027 and May 2029 to be considered for this opportunity.

Internship Dates

• Start Date: May 24, 2027
• End Date: July 30, 2027

What You’ll Do

Over your 10-week paid internship, our Internal Audit Intern assists in the documentation and execution of operational, technological, and financial procedures. They assist with reporting and communication audit results. Additionally, this intern will partner with other CoBank divisions to perform various risk assessments, special reviews, and projects. A typical project as an Internal Audit intern may include an opportunity to create or enhance a new Internal Audit KPI metric or create a cohesive observation and risk tracking methodology. CoBank interns learn real-life business skills and assist with a variety of projects that have impact on the bank’s operations.

This role is hybrid, interns will come into their designated office at least 3 days a week.

Interns work approximately 40-hours per week.

Location

• Denver

Compensation Information

• Bachelor's Student: $22/hour
• Master's Student: $26/hour
• Summer Living Stipend: $3,500

Essential Functions

This job description is not intended to include an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications that may be associated with the job. Management reserves the right to add, subtract, or change the duties of the job at any time.

Education

• Currently enrolled in and working towards a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Information Systems, Agribusiness, or a related discipline and in good academic standing

Work Experience

• Basic understanding of balance sheets, income statements and cash flows
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills in Excel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Aptitude for learning other software applications
• Ability to perform research across multiple systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Experience in agriculture, banking, or financial services industry

About CoBank

The typical base pay range for this role is between $22 - $26. Compensation may vary based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

The listed salary, other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. This job will be posted for a minimum of five (5) business days or until the position is filled. CoBank reserves the right to adjust compensation for all positions and to modify or discontinue benefits programs at any time in its sole discretion, subject to applicable law.

CoBank is a cooperative bank serving vital industries across rural America. The bank provides loans, leases, export financing and other financial services to agribusinesses and rural power, water and communications providers in all 50 states. The bank also provides wholesale loans and other financial services to affiliated Farm Credit associations serving more than 76,000 farmers, ranchers and other rural borrowers in 23 states around the country. CoBank is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture, rural infrastructure and rural communities. Headquartered outside Denver, Colorado, CoBank serves customers from regional banking centers across the U.S. and also maintains an international representative office in Singapore.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

We are committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all applicants, including qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant with a disability, or is assisting an applicant with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the application process, including completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please submit a request by emailing [e-mail]. Include your contact information and specific details about your requested accommodation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

CoBank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.