The posting
Symetra has an exciting opportunity 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. 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 2027 is entirely remote - all interns will learn and work in a virtual setting. The internship duration is 12 weeks. To accommodate varying academic calendars, we offer two internship sessions, with start dates in May and June, allowing students on different semester schedules to participate. Applicants will be able to indicate their preferred session during the application process.
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 individuals, 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
- Prior IT-related coursework, technical skills, or experience is a plus.
We empower inclusion At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers
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.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization with a cameras-on culture, reliable internet connectivity is important to how we connect, collaborate, and serve our customers. To support a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
- Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
- Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
- Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.
Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:
- Disqualification from the recruitment process
- Withdrawal of a job offer
- Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
