IT Audit Intern: Cybersecurity & Risk Governance

Highmark Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is offering the Summer 2027 Undergraduate IT Audit Internship to provide hands-on experience across information technology audit, cybersecurity, data privacy, risk management, and governance activities. Interns work with IT Audit, Information Security, Privacy, and Risk Management to evaluate controls protecting assets and critical systems.

The program covers evaluating IT processes, system implementations, and audit methodologies, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful

Qualifications

• Full or part-time enrollment in an accredited college or university baccalaureate program.
• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.
• ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders; perform entry-level professional services under supervision; participate in projects to develop professional skills; assist in planning and implementing initiatives; conduct research and reporting with recommendations; engage in studies/enrichment programs as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Supporting day-to-day audit activities; participating in IT assurance and advisory engagements; assessing technology and security risks; performing research and analysis; documenting audit results; developing recommendations for process improvements; collaborating with stakeholders across the organization.

Education

Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems

Job description

Highmark Health is offering the Summer 2027 Undergraduate IT Audit Internship to provide hands-on experience across information technology audit, cybersecurity, data privacy, risk management, and governance activities. Interns work with IT Audit, Information Security, Privacy, and Risk Management to evaluate controls protecting assets and critical systems.

The program covers evaluating IT processes, system implementations, and audit methodologies, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful