2026 Internal Audit Internship Program

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Regular Or Temporary:

Temporary

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please Review The Following Job Description:

At Truist, our Mission for Teammates is to create an inclusive and energizing environment that empowers them to learn, grow and have meaningful careers. In Truist Audit Services (TAS), this comes to life through its TAS Summer Internship Program, part of the TAS Early Talent Program.

In this dynamic summer experience, teammates will have the unique opportunity to be “embedded” within an audit portfolio, learning alongside seasoned, experienced internal audit professionals. 

Teammates Will:

• Learn the foundations of internal audit and Truist’s audit process. 
• Form connections with peers within TAS and across Truist—and interface with teammates across levels. 
• Participate in developmental programs to strengthen their skills as aspiring financial services professionals. 
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities 
• Learn the foundations of internal audit and Truist’s audit process. 
• Form connections with peers within TAS and across Truist—and interface with teammates across levels. 
• Participate in developmental programs to strengthen their skills as aspiring financial services professionals. 
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

The following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. 

• Develop a basic understanding of internal audit by learning: 
• The function’s purpose and Truist’s audit process. 
• Risk management, risk monitoring and internal controls. 
• About Truist’s business units and their purposes. 
• Work under the direction of a TAS teammate to perform assigned audit and advisory work. 
• Welcome and receive ongoing performance coaching and feedback to develop professional skills. 
• Learn and utilize technology-based audit tools to complete assignments. 
• Develop a basic understanding of internal audit by learning: 
• The function’s purpose and Truist’s audit process. 
• Risk management, risk monitoring and internal controls. 
• About Truist’s business units and their purposes. 
• Work under the direction of a TAS teammate to perform assigned audit and advisory work. 
• Welcome and receive ongoing performance coaching and feedback to develop professional skills. 
• Learn and utilize technology-based audit tools to complete assignments. 
• Participate in all assigned training/development opportunities and meetings to build business acumen and learn about banking and financial services processes and auditing objectives. 
• Network with leaders and teammates to form lasting professional connections. 

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• At this time, Truist will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, or sponsorship for U.S. permanent residence.) 
• Scheduled graduation of your final degree by December 2026 – June 2028  
• Working toward the completion of a bachelor’s or advanced degree in accounting, mathematics, business, risk management or related field or equivalent education and related training at an accredited college or university. 
• Ability to work well in a team environment 

• Solid Decision-Making Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills in hybrid and in-person settings 
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications, such as Microsoft Office 
• Proven curiosity and desire for ongoing learning and development opportunities 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interested in pursuing a career in internal audit and/or financial services 
• Experience in customer- or client-facing positions 
• Familiarity with manipulating data and data storytelling 

• Demonstrated Leadership Experience

• Previous coursework in internal audit, risk management or related topics 

The starting hourly wage for this position is $30.00. 

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.

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