Internal Audit Internship – Summer 2027 (IT Audit, Internal Controls/SOX)

CSX; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing support

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

CSX offers a part-time, paid internship in its Internal Audit Department at CSX Headquarters in Jacksonville, FL. The program features two tracks: Information Technology (IT) Audit and Internal Controls (SOX).

Interns will support audit, analytics, and automation initiatives while developing risk assessment, controls, and communication skills. Through mentorship and cross-functional exposure, interns gain hands-on experience with SOX 404 testing and IT auditing, working with audit professionals,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in a relevant field (sophomore level or higher).
• GPA 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/M365 applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist IT SOX 404 IT general controls testing, including access, changes, monitoring, and recovery.
• Support SOX control testing and assist external auditors in executing procedures.
• Document procedures, evidence, and conclusions clearly; prepare concise summaries for stakeholders.
• Engage in cross-functional activities and analytics projects to support audit testing.

Skills

Microsoft Office/M365

Previous internship experience

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business/Info Systems/CS (sophomore+)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description

This opportunity is a part-time, paid internship within the CSX Internal Audit Department, offering two distinct tracks: Information Technology (IT) Audit and Internal Controls (SOX). Interns will support key audit, analytics, and automation initiatives across Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 control testing and IT audit activities. Through these experiences, interns will develop skills in risk assessment, internal controls, audit testing, and professional communication.

Job Summary

This opportunity is a part-time, paid internship within the CSX Internal Audit Department, offering two distinct tracks: Information Technology (IT) Audit and Internal Controls (SOX). Interns will support key audit, analytics, and automation initiatives across Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 control testing and IT audit activities. Through these experiences, interns will develop skills in risk assessment, internal controls, audit testing, and professional communication. Throughout the internship, interns will gain hands‑on experience in the internal audit function of a Fortune 500 public company, working alongside audit professionals, business partners, and external auditors. Interns will receive training and mentorship, participate in cross‑functional learning opportunities, and build their professional network through exposure to senior leadership and executive networking events. Flexible scheduling allows interns to balance internship responsibilities with academic commitments.

What You'll Experience

• 10-Week Summer Internship Program: May 24, 2027 – July 30, 2027 While the summer internship program officially ends on July 30, 2027, the internship may be extended through February 2028 based on business needs, intern performance, and required approvals.
• Location: CSX Headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida (on‑site)
• Schedule: Part-time (minimum 25 hours/week)
• Housing Support: Eligible interns may receive complimentary housing for the duration of the program. Travel, transportation, and other personal expenses are not provided.
• Competitive Compensation: Earn competitive hourly pay while gaining valuable professional experience.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Enhance your skills through executive networking events, lunch & learn sessions, local site visits, community service activities, cross‑functional exposure, and networking opportunities designed to help you build meaningful connections across CSX.

Primary Activities And Responsibilities

IT Audit Track

• Support Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) 404 IT general control testing of logical security, change management, systems monitoring, and back‑up and recovery for financially‑significant systems and supporting IT infrastructure
• Perform audit procedures: develop understanding of company processes and controls, identify relevant criteria, review and analyze evidence, and assess control design and effectiveness
• Document procedures performed, evidence reviewed, and conclusions clearly and concisely
• Communicate or assist in communicating results via written updates and meetings
• Assist with other IT audits and data analytics projects as assigned

Internal Controls (SOX) Track

• Support Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) 404 control testing and assist external auditors in executing audit procedures in a direct assistance capacity
• Complete assigned external audit procedures over the company’s financial statements and filings
• Coordinate and schedule walkthrough meetings with process and control owners, including drafting meeting agendas and sending meeting invites
• Develop evidence request lists to meet design and operating effectiveness objectives
• Participate in SOX control walkthrough meetings, applying professional skepticism, documenting key discussion points, and summarize key elements
• Execute SOX testing procedures, including developing test plans, evaluating supporting evidence, performing sample‑based testing, identifying exceptions, and documenting conclusions
• Identify and document control exceptions and associated recommendations
• Develop professional relationships with IA team members, business partners, and external auditors

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Be a rising senior or graduate student enrolled in an accredited college or university, with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027or May 2028.
• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (sophomore level or higher)
• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale)
• Previous work or internship experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/M365 applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• GPA of 3.5 or higher (4.0 scale)
• Pursuing CPA educational requirements (for Internal Controls/SOX track)
• Relevant coursework in Auditing and/or Accounting Information Systems

About Us

CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the values and behaviors of ONE CSX. We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and engagement, as well as our support for veterans and reservists. CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail‑to‑truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 230 short‑line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Connect with us on Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube

CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.