Internal Audit Intern (Summer 2027)

Amrize; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry Experience

Professional Development

Dynamic Culture

Career Path

Job summary

Amrize is seeking an Internal Audit Intern for Summer 2027 in Chicago, IL. This 10-week paid internship offers hands-on exposure to SOX controls, risk assessment, process documentation, and data analytics within our corporate internal audit team.

You'll work closely with professionals to identify control gaps, prepare findings, and present learnings to senior leaders. Candidates should be pursuing Accounting or Finance and demonstrate strong academics and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong academic performance.
• Geographic flexibility.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• High energy and a proactive approach to tackling new challenges.
• A team player who can collaborate across different levels of the organization.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field, gaining hands‑on experience and firsthand knowledge of our business operations.

Responsibilities

• Attend SOX walkthroughs with control owners and assist in evaluating the design of controls.
• Identify operational inefficiencies, internal control deficiencies, and financial compliance risks.
• Review, update, and document business processes, workflows, and control procedures across operating units.
• Perform testing of key controls as part of the SOX 404 program.
• Identify and communicate SOX control deficiencies and recommend practical solutions.
• Utilize data analysis tools to test transaction populations, identify anomalies, and support audit sampling.
• Draft audit findings, workpapers, and actionable recommendations for management review.
• Present learnings to our executive leadership team.

Skills

Accounting major/Finance major

Strong academic performance

Geographic flexibility

Excellent communication

High energy and proactive

Team player

Willingness to spend time in the field

Education

Undergraduate Accounting/Finance

Job description

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

We’re seeking a Internal Audit Intern (Summer 2027) who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America.

Job Title: Internal Audit Intern (Summer 2027) | Req ID: 17701 HR Contact: Elizabeth P BIRMINGHAM Location: Chicago Office IL

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Amrize offers an unparalleled range of innovative cement, aggregates, asphalt, concrete products and construction services that have been the foundation for infrastructure projects across the globe. To move the industry forward to a greener future we need people who are passionate about sustainability, are driven to shape and influence perception and keen to build, grow and thrive in our high-performance culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As we continue to look for more sustainable ways to build, we need world-class talent to join ourteam. We are seeking an Internal Audit Intern who is passionate about business and finance,driven by curiosity, and keen to grow, learn, develop, and thrive in our high-performance culture.

This opportunity will be a 10-week, paid internship beginning June 1, 2027 based in Chicago, IL.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

As an Internal Audit Intern, you will work closely with our corporate internal audit team, gaininghands-on exposure to internal audit, controls, operational assessments, financial risk evaluations,and governance frameworks:

• Attend SOX Walkthroughs: Participate in walkthroughs with control owners and assist inthe evaluation of the design of controls.
• Risk Identification: Support the team in identifying operational inefficiencies, internalcontrol deficiencies, and financial compliance risks.
• Process Documentation: Help review, update, and document business processes,workflows, and control procedures across various operating units.
• Perform SOX Testing: Perform testing of key controls and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls as part of the Company’s SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) 404 program.
• Control Remediation Support: Identify and communicate SOX control deficiencies andrecommend practical solutions to address identified risks and improve process andcontrol efficiency.
• Data Analytics & Testing: Utilize data analysis tools to test transaction populations, identify anomalies, and support risk-based audit sample testing.
• Reporting & Documentation: Assist in drafting audit findings, workpapers, and actionable recommendations for management review.
• Skill Application: Utilize a range of skills and knowledge in day-to-day operations, working collaboratively to achieve team and company goals
• Executive Presentation: At the end of your internship, you'll present your learnings and contributions to our executive leadership team.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for enthusiastic students who meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong academic performance.
• Geographic flexibility
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• High energy and a proactive approach to tackling new challenges.
• A team player who can collaborate across different levels of the organization.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field, gaining hands‑on experience and firsthand knowledge of our business operations.

SCHEDULE AND ENVIRONMENT

• Work Schedule: This is an onsite role with a mandatory 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, working an 8-hour shift each day.
• Work Environment: You will be working in an office environment.
• Transportation: You will be responsible for your own transportation to and from the worksite.
• Travel Requirements: You may need to travel for site tours, shadowing experiences, or intern events throughout the duration of your internship.

BENEFITS OF OUR INTERNSHIP

• Industry Experience: Gain practical experience within the building materials industry.
• Professional Development: Benefit from mentorship and professional development training throughout the summer.
• Dynamic Culture: Be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
• Career Path: Explore potential opportunities for full-time employment after graduation with a fast-growing and successful company.

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail]. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.