Internal Audit Intern

Werner Management Inc; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid housing/housing assistance may be

Job summary

Werner Enterprises is offering a summer internship at our Corporate Headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska. The 11-week program provides paid job training and real-world audit experience, with opportunities for housing assistance and a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include supporting internal audits, data testing using tools like Excel and Workiva, and drafting sections of audit reports. The program is designed for students in Accounting, Finance, IS, Data Analytics,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in a related field.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Intermediate Excel/Sheets skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to organize work and manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to learn new processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning internal audits.
• Perform walkthroughs and document processes.
• Analyze financial, operational and IT data.
• Test internal controls and document results.
• Prepare workpapers supporting findings and conclusions.
• Support risk assessments and remediation tracking.
• Draft audit reports and recommendations.
• Collaborate with senior auditors and process owners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Accounting student

Finance student

Information Systems student

Data Analytics student

Cybersecurity student

Tools

Workiva

Edge

PeopleSoft

AS400

Excel

Job description

Our summer internship program is an excellent opportunity to tie what you have learned in the classroom into real-world experience.

The program consists of an 11-week immersion into Werner Enterprises.

Internship Overview

• Paid internship that includes dedicated job training and learning opportunities.
• Located at our Corporate Headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska.
• Collaborative, inclusive work environment.
• Real-world experience.
• Paid housing/housing assistance may be available.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning of internal audits.
• Perform walkthroughs and document current processes.
• Gather, organize, and analyze financial, operational, and IT data.
• Conduct testing of internal controls and document results.
• Prepare workpapers that support audit findings and conclusions.
• Help assess compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support risk assessments by identifying potential areas of exposure.
• Track remediation progress on prior audit issues.
• Draft sections of audit reports, including observations and recommendations.
• Summarize audit findings in a clear, concise manner for review by senior auditors.
• Maintain audit files with appropriate evidence and version control.
• Collaborate closely with senior auditors and process owners.
• Attend interviews and meetings with department leaders to understand business operations.
• Participate in internal audit training, workshops, or team discussions.
• Use audit tools (Excel, Word, Workiva, Edge, PeopleSoft, AS400, etc.) to perform data testing.
• Assist in preparing dashboards and visualizations for audit findings.
• Support IT audits (e.g., user access, system controls) when assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Intermediate Excel/Sheets skills or a willingness to become proficient quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to ask thoughtful questions and learn unfamiliar business processes.
• Professionalism when interacting with employees and management across the organization.
• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information appropriately.
• Basic understanding of accounting, finance, information systems, data analytics, or business processes.
• A willingness to learn new systems and work outside of one specific functional area.
• A student studying Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Internship Development Activities

• Lessons with Leaders
• Sessions
• Mentor Program
• Intern Activities
• Community Support Events
• Networking
• Summer Project Proposal and Presentation

We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones.

This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans.

Benefits

• medical plans
• dental plans
• vision plans
• 401(k) plan
• stock purchase plan
• paid time off
• life insurance
• disability plans
• other optional supplemental coverage

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law.

We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.

Werner Enterprises, Inc. delivers superior truckload transportation and logistics services to customers across the United States, Mexico and Canada. With 2025 revenues of nearly $3.0 billion, a modern truck and trailer fleet, more than 14,500 talented associates and our innovative Werner EDGE® technology, we are an essential solutions provider for customers who value the integrity of their supply chain and require safe and exceptional on-time service. Werner® provides Dedicated and One-Way Truckload services as well as Logistics services that include truckload brokerage, freight management, intermodal and final mile. Werner embraces inclusion as a core value and manages key risks and opportunities through a balanced sustainability strategy.