2025 Internal Audit Summer Analyst Program - New York

Jefferies is a leading, full-service global investment banking and capital markets firm, thanks to a unique culture that attracts driven and entrepreneurial professionals from around the world. Recognized for our insights, drive and high touch service, Jefferies provides investors, companies and governments with a full range of advisory, sales and trading, research, wealth, and asset management services across all products in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Come to Jefferies and you will find a combination of long-term Jefferies partners who turned the firm into what it is today and a fast-growing team of highly talented colleagues who will help lead us to new heights in the future.

What you can expect

Jefferies Interns have the unique opportunity to gain insight into a global, client-focused investment bank and experience an entrepreneurial environment where employees have the opportunity to make an immediate impact and are rewarded for performance. Our lean team structure will not only provide you with unparalleled hands-on experience, it will help you develop lasting personal and professional relationships with peers and senior professionals that will serve as the foundation for a successful career. 

Following an enriching orientation program, Interns will begin working on their day-to-day responsibilities, with support from colleagues serving as both instructors and mentors throughout the internship program.  As a way to help maximize your experience with us, Interns will receive formal performance reviews.

In addition to working on projects that incorporate research, analysis and recommendations, Interns are challenged to think creatively, offer their input, and add value to the team from day one. As with everyone at Jefferies, Interns are expected to pursue their projects with excellence, a collaborative spirit, and with the highest levels of integrity.

What we look for in a candidate

We look for candidates who are eager to make an impact to our clients by doing real, hands-on work. Successful Jefferies Interns are able to multitask and manage a variety of projects simultaneously. Candidates must demonstrate professionalism and relationship management skills together with strong technical, written and verbal communication skills.  The work is fast paced, challenging and intellectually stimulating. The ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines, be adaptable and work both independently and as part of a team are essential traits of a successful candidate. You should have a strong academic background and pursuing a four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent program. Although a background in finance can be helpful, we hire Interns who have studied a variety of disciplines.

Desired Background and Skills

• Undergraduate candidate pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Liberal Arts, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, Economics, STEM related, Internal Audit, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, or other relevant major.
• Must graduate between December 2026 – June 2027
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to change, be flexible and open minded
• Demonstrate the ability to be decisive and committed to accomplishing task
• Comfortable with analytics and data visualization tools such as Excel, Access, Alteryx, or Power BI.
• Employs critical thinking skills to identify pragmatic recommendations within an evolving and increasingly complex regulatory and risk management environment. 
• Ability to work well individually, and in teams, share information, support colleagues, and encourage participation.

WORK WITH US – Opportunities in Internal Audit

The Jefferies Internal Audit group provides independent, objective internal audit services designed to add value and improve Jefferies’ risk management, control, and governance processes, and support the achievement of its objectives. Internal Audit maintains independence and objectivity by reporting to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. Internal Audit teammates cover all areas of the Firm, performing validation of the company’s risk management activities through testing of key processes and controls across the company.

Internal Audit provides regular updates to management and the Audit Committee.  Additionally, Internal Audit provides risk-based advice and counsel to management to help develop and maintain an appropriate customer-focused risk management culture that supports Jefferies’s business objectives.

We're looking for aptitude and a good attitude; intellectually curious and motivated individuals who are hardworking, innovative, and creative. We value diversity and the different perspectives it brings to the table. Summer Analysts will receive real-world work and will be expected to add value to their teams over the period of the internship.

Summer Analyst responsibilities in Internal Audit may include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain compliance with audit methodology, while also operating within industry best practices, applicable regulations, and internal and external professional practice expectations. 
• Participate in the walkthrough meetings and interviews with business stakeholders to develop understanding of business processes.
• Participate in formal discussions with business stakeholders throughout the duration of audit engagements to communicate status or concerns.
• Identify potential risks and controls and assist in developing scope and work programs.
• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and identify control weaknesses.
• Generate insightful, meaningful observations that effectively convey significance and impact on risk and/or risk management practices, reporting findings and audit issues to Audit Management.
• Assist with workpaper and report preparation and document results using appropriate business and technical language.
• Document workpapers demonstrating the work was appropriately performed (e.g., detailed lead sheets describing the control attributes that were tested and the results were documented in a manner to support the conclusions reached, effectiveness and sustainable controls are evident in documentation). Documentation should stand alone to enable re-performance.
• Complete work on a timely basis and deliver work products that meet objectives and standards of methodology, applicable standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Build relationships with peers and clients within organization and exhibit a high standard of performance and professional conduct that will create a culture of integrity and inclusion, where all individual and departmental choices are rooted in good judgment and support Jefferies values and corporate culture. 
• Demonstrate professional skepticism and personal accountability

At Jefferies, we believe that diversity fosters creativity, innovation and thought leadership through the infusion of new ideas and perspectives. We have made a commitment to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences, and supporting a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

Jefferies is an equal employment opportunity workplace.  We practice equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, religion, ancestry, color, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, covered veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. In accordance with applicable law, we are dedicated to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. Please inform your recruiter should you require accommodations throughout your application process.

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The salary for this role is $70,000 (pro-rated for the 10-week internship program).