Internal Audit Intern - Summer 2025
WHO WE ARE:
Zinnia is simplifying how people buy, sell, and administer insurance products. Combining intuitive enterprise technology solutions and data insights, the Policygenius marketplace, and market-leading products including SmartOffice, AnnuityNet, LifeSpeed, WinFlex, TPP, VitalSales Suite, and Exchange Consulting, Zinnia is redesigning the insurance experience for shoppers, advisors, and insurers alike — and enabling more people to protect their financial futures along the way. Zinnia has over $173.7 billion in assets under administration across 100+ carrier clients, 2500 distributors and partners, and over 2 million policyholders.
WHO YOU ARE:.
Zinnia is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Internal Audit Intern to join our dynamic Internal Audit team. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in internal auditing processes, compliance assessment, and risk management within a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. You will work closely with audit professionals to analyze business operations, evaluate internal controls, and provide recommendations for process improvements.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- Hands-on experience with internal audit methodologies and tools.
- Exposure to risk assessment, governance, and compliance processes.
- Opportunities to collaborate with professionals across various departments.
- Mentorship from experienced internal auditors and leaders.
- Insights int into the insurance and technology industries.
- Shadow Internal Audit staff to learn and contribute to the audit program.
- Assist in the review and documentation of business processes and internal controls.
- Participate in all parts of the audit program, including planning, fieldwork and reporting.
- Help prepare formal audit findings for reports to management.
- Attend meetings with departmental management.
- Conduct walkthroughs and testing of business or IT processes and controls.
- Assist in identifying risks and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of control measures.
- Analyze data using audit tools and assist in the creation of dashboards and visualizations.
- Maintain organized and detailed workpapers to support audit conclusions.
- Follow Zinnia’s Core Values and adhere to company policies and procedures.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
- Familiarity with internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, Sarbanes-Oxley) is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with data analytics tools like Tableau is a bonus.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated interest in pursuing CIA, CPA, or similar professional certifications is preferred.
- Ability to travel up to 20% if required for audits at various locations.
- Commitment to work 40 hours per week during the internship duration.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Zinnia offers excellent career progression and competitive compensation. We’re looking for the best and brightest innovators in the industry to join our team. At Zinnia, you collaborate with smart, creative professionals who are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technologies, deeper data insights, and enhanced services to transform how insurance is done. Visit our website at www.zinnia.com for more information. Apply by completing the online application on the careers section of our website. We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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