2025 Internal Audit Internship

Symetra has several great opportunities to join our team as an Internal Audit Intern!

About The Internship

At Symetra, we share a deep commitment in bringing value to underserved communities and people and helping them take steps toward financial freedom. That’s our way of describing people that can be and to do what they value. Our interns work on real, meaningful projects that contribute toward our goal, and are an important part of our Symetra community.

Symetra's Internship Program for Summer 2025 is entirely remote - all interns will learn and work in a virtual setting. The internship duration is 12 weeks.

We are seeking university students who are interested in joining the Symetra Internal Audit team as a summer intern. This internship will prepare the candidate for a future career in the audit and risk management profession by providing practical on-the-job experience, mentoring relationships, and professional networking opportunities.

Potential Responsibilities

• Provide support to internal audit engagement teams by assisting with the planning for and auditing of processes and controls in accounting, finance, information technology and operations to ensure accuracy, effectiveness, and reliability.
• Assist with the testing of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX).
• Assist the lead auditor with various tasks including planning, organization of documentation, meeting scheduling and other administrative tasks associated with audits.
• Develop an understanding of company operations, including specific insurance and financial services industry practices.
• Present regular status updates and communicate findings to audit team.
• Report to Audit Project Manager and/or Audit Manager
  
  

What We Offer You

Fully remote internship - we ship you the equipment you need to enjoy work from the comfort of home.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program pursuing a finance, accounting, or related degree with a GPA of 3.5 or higher
• Highly motivated individual, with a strong desire to exceed expectations
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Thriving in a challenging and fast-paced work environment with ability to prioritize, organize and plan well
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Team player that fosters a positive and proactive work environment
• Innovative in resolving issues and improving processes
• Strong computer skills, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  
  

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we embrace and celebrate diverse experiences, identities and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and creates a stronger, more innovative company. Learn more here.

In a complex industry, we strive for clarity.

Symetra is a dynamic and growing financial services company with 60 years of experience and customers nationwide. In our daily work delivering retirement, employee benefits, and life insurance products, we're guided by the principles of VALUE, TRANSPARENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY. That means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and honestly so people understand what they're getting, and we build products that stand the test of time. We work hard and do what's right for our customers, communities, and employees. Join our team and share in our success as we work toward becoming the next national player in our industry.

For more information about our careers visit www.symetra.com/careers.