About the role#
CNO Financial Group is hiring Internal Audit Interns for the Summer 2027 program. This is a full-time, paid internship running from May 17 through August 06, 2027. You will work alongside Internal Audit associates to gain experience in day-to-day department operations. The role is remote, though you must be able to work Central or Eastern time zone business hours and reside in the United States. Occasional travel to corporate offices may be required.
What you'll do#
- Complete assigned Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing for business process controls under the supervision of a lead.
- Document testing work, including procedures performed, evidence reviewed, sample selections, testing results, and conclusions, following Internal Audit methodology.
- Collaborate with team members and business process owners to request evidence, clarify documentation, follow up on open items, and resolve questions identified during testing.
- Participate in program activities including networking, leader talks, career counseling, and development opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Progress toward a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related discipline.
- Status as a rising junior or rising senior with an approximate graduation date between December 2027 and June 2029.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week for 10 to 12 weeks during the summer.
- Foundational experience with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
- Ability to communicate professionally in writing and verbally across all levels of an organization.
- Preferred: Prior internship experience, experience balancing education with a part-time job, and participation in university clubs.
Location & details#
- This position is remote within the United States.
- Candidates located in the Central or Eastern time zones are preferred. If located elsewhere, you must be willing to work Central or Eastern time zone business hours.
- Authorization to work in the United States is required. Sponsorship for work visas is not available.
About CNO Financial Group
CNO Financial Group provides life and health insurance, annuities, and financial services to middle-income individuals and families. The company operates through brands such as Bankers Life, Colonial Penn, Optavise, and Washington National. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, the firm manages over 3 million policies. Its workforce includes thousands of associates and agents who assist clients with retirement and income protection needs.
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