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Are you a current matriculated student studying for a career in Accounting?

Are you interested in building a strong career foundation by contributing to a State agency's Internal Audit functions?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

 

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Internal Audit (IA) division is currently accepting applications for an 

Internal Audit Intern to perform Internal Audit reviews and functions in support of DAS.

 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

  • A competitive hourly rate.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

  • Internship starting January 2025, ending December 2025.
  • Part Time, 15-20 hours per week.
  • Hours of work will be scheduled Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
  • Occasional telework may be available, however On-Site work is expected for the duration of the internship.
  • Location: 450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford, CT.

 

THE ROLE

As an Internal Audit Intern at the Department of Administrative Services, you will gain hands-on experience working with Internal Audit professionals. This internship is designed to help you develop a diverse range of skills and prepare you for a professional career in the field of auditing. The successful candidate may report to and work under the general supervision of the Director of Internal Audit, Assistant Director of Internal Audit, Supervisory Accounts Examiner, or an Associate Accounts Examiner, who will review your progress within the program and will rate your work performance during the course of the internship.


The Internal Audit Intern can expect to:

  • Receive on-the-job, practical training in application of the theories, concepts and skillsets covered within an undergraduate and graduate accounting program, specifically the role of a governmental auditor/accounts examiner;
  • Analyze varied complex financial documents or programmatic compliance with applicable laws, regulations, agency guidance, or sound business practices;
  • Examine various financial records including revenue, expenditure, payroll and grant accounting;
  • Examine and reconcile accounting records with supporting data, such as vouchers, invoices and cash receipts;
  • For on-site audits, meet with officials of the organization being examined to discuss audit procedures, answers questions, and obtain necessary information and records;
  • Complete interviews with auditees in a professional, competent, and confident manner utilizing an assigned set of questions;
  • Prepare written reports and Excel financial analysis as requested;
  • Assist professional staff in the performance of their assigned duties;
  • Complete assignments independently as directed and as necessary.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Knowledge of and the ability to apply professional accounting and auditing principles and practices;
  • The ability to apply relevant statutes and regulations to financial and programmatic information;
  • The ability to analyze financial records, documents, and reports with guidance and independently;
  • The ability to prepare reports including narrative and statistical sections with guidance and independently;
  • The ability to prepare financial spreadsheets utilizing multiple Excel functions in order to determine compliance with statutes, regulations, and sound business practices;
  • The ability to learn how to utilize an Electronic Data Processing (EDP) system for financial management information retrieval and financial information analysis;
  • Outstanding interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; 
  • Willingness to learn and be collaborative. 

 

ABOUT US

The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) consists of several distinct programs. The common purpose linking all of the different programs together is our commitment to providing timely, fair, competent, cost-effective services that address the needs of state agencies, municipalities, private industry, and the public.

DAS is proud to offer internships in a variety of fields. Our offices and programs allow students to gain real-world insights on employment in a diverse environment, and will provide invaluable experience as they prepare to enter the workforce. All current internship opportunities can be found here.