Intern, Internal Audit

First for a reason

First Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with 1,250 school districts in 39 states and 8 Canadian provinces carrying approximately five million students in 21,000 schools daily.

About the Position

Supports the department in scheduled audits (compliance, financial, operational), special projects, and investigations related to fraud.

Responsibilities:

• Analyzes data to create business reports that detail key findings and risks to the business.

• Assists in conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits of company operating locations and corporate site.

• Supports the execution of the annual internal audit plan by performing individual audit projects.

• Conducts fraud investigations, special audits and other projects as directed and coordinated with management and legal authorities as required.

• Learns and becomes proficient on internal software systems.

• Provides input on, updates, and implements updated audit program to ensure audit programs continually stay current with company policies, procedures, practices and internal controls needs.

• Maintains good working relationships with appropriate management and company personnel within the company.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is necessary. Additionally, applicants must be currently enrolled at a recognized college or university, preferably at the junior year level or above.

• Experience with Microsoft Office.

• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees

• Organizational skills.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Work independently.

• Continuous learner with growth mindset.

First for a Reason

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.

Professional Advancement

Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North America. In addition, our 3 to 5 month Manager-In-Development program prepares future leaders at First Student.

Extensive Training

Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency.

Diversity & Inclusion

Because we're stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We're committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day.

Community Service & Impact

Go where opportunity meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First in your community, you'll have a positive impact on others.

Apply today and get your career on the road with First Student!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request ~~~ .