Audit Services Intern

Are you ready to turn classroom concepts into real-world audit experience? Become an Audit Services Intern at Royal Credit Union! In this role, you’ll support financial, operational, and compliance audits, build your analytical and data skills, and help identify meaningful recommendations that strengthen our organization.

All applicants must be located in the Chippewa Valley Area & include a resume, cover letter, transcript and their anticipated graduation date when applying. If selected for the internship, you must be able to commit to the full 12 months and be enrolled at a university or technical college throughout the length of the internship. Must be able to work onsite at the Royal Credit Union Corporate Center in Eau Claire, WI, throughout the school year and during breaks.

Why Royal?

• Member and Community Focused: We are dedicated to making a positive impact on our Members and the communities we serve, going beyond financial services to enrich lives and foster growth.
• Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative, values-driven workplace that is always evolving. We support each other and work together to achieve our goals.
• Professional Growth: We offer numerous opportunities for training and advancement, helping you continuously develop and advance your skills.
• Empowerment: We empower our team members to make decisions and drive initiatives that help our Members achieve their financial goals. Your ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.
• Community Involvement: Engage with your local community through various initiatives and events, making a tangible difference where you live and work. Be part of something bigger.

What You’ll Do: 

The Audit Services internship provides structured experience in Royal's Audit Services Department. Under the direction of the Audit Services Manager, performs and assists in conducting financial, operational and compliance audits in accordance with applicable auditing standards. The Audit Services intern must effectively communicate with management and team members.

What’s It Like Being an Intern at Royal Credit Union? Watch Here!

Our Commitment To You:

• Compensation: $18.64 - 22.46  (candidates with significant related experience may be higher)

Intern Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To: 

• Perform and assist with operational, financial, and compliance audits by learning and applying basic internal audit skills and applicable standards
• Identify, analyze, evaluate, and document sufficient information to achieve audit objectives
• Draft constructive recommendations that address identified risks
• Support external audit preparation and complete administrative activities for the Audit Services team
• Protect department and credit union confidentiality, apply professional ethics, collaborate effectively with others, represent Royal's core purpose, values, and organizational culture, and complete assigned duties necessary to comply with the Bank Secrecy Act, including CTR and SAR completion when necessary

What’s Needed For This Position: 

• Enrolled at a University throughout the length of the internship, pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

• Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude
• Apply objectivity, logical thinking, analytical judgment, and critical-thinking skills to evaluate information
• Use effective interviewing and listening skills, demonstrate inquisitiveness, and commit to continuous learning and development in auditing, business practices, and new technologies
• Use Royal’s digital solutions across technology devices and demonstrate an understanding of Microsoft Office products to support audit work, analysis, documentation, and communication

What We’d Love To See: 

• Completed or enrolled in Audit and/or Accounting coursework.

• Experience working, volunteering, or participating on a team or club while balancing school work.

Work Schedule: 

• Working approximately 14 - 17 hours per week during the school year and 30 hours per week during the breaks. Generally working variable hours between 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday based on class schedule.
• Must be able to work onsite at Royal Credit Union Corporate Center in Eau Claire, WI throughout the school year and during breaks.
• This is a limited term, non-benefit eligible, position that will go from May 2027 through May 2028.
• Must be able to commit to the 12-month internship.  

Training:

• Prior to starting a normal work schedule, new Royal team members must attend Foundation Training at our Corporate Center in Eau Claire, WI from 9:00am - 4:30pm on Monday and Tuesday during their first week of employment. Out-of-town learners may be eligible for reimbursement of travel and lodging expenses, subject to Royal's travel and expense reimbursement guidelines.
• Foundation Training covers fundamental information about Royal’s culture and core values which sets the stage for team members to be successful within our organization.

Ready to make a positive impact? APPLY TODAY and be part of a team that appreciates your efforts and encourages your development!