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Internal Audit (SOX/SOC) Intern

Cigna

Hours
Part time
Where
Franklin, TN
Posted
Today

Explore Where Accounting, Technology, and Risk Management Meet

Are you a rising junior who enjoys solving problems, asking questions, and finding better ways to work? If you're exploring how an accounting degree can be applied beyond traditional public accounting paths, this internship offers a unique opportunity to see how technology, risk management, compliance, and business operations come together within a Fortune 15 healthcare company.

As an IT Audit (SOX/SOC) Intern, you'll gain hands-on exposure to enterprise systems, internal controls, and auditing practices that help protect and strengthen our business. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, participate in real audit activities, and build an understanding of how technology risks are managed across a complex organization.

What you'd do

  • Participate in IT control walkthroughs and audit discussions to gain insight into how organizations assess and manage technology risk.
  • Support projects related to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and System and Organization Controls (SOC) compliance by helping gather, analyze, and organize information.
  • Observe and collaborate with internal audit, compliance, and technology professionals to understand how controls support business objectives.
  • Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives designed to increase efficiency and strengthen control environments.
  • Analyze information, identify trends, and help teams evaluate opportunities to enhance processes and reduce risk.
  • Attend team meetings, stakeholder discussions, and cross-functional calls to expand your knowledge, build your network, and gain exposure to a variety of career paths.
  • Learn how technology, accounting, compliance, and business operations intersect within a large, highly regulated enterprise environment.
  • Exposure to internal audit, IT risk, compliance, and enterprise technology functions.
  • Mentorship and networking opportunities with experienced professionals and leaders.
  • Real-world experience applying classroom concepts to business challenges.

What they want

  • Rising junior pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Curiosity and willingness to ask questions, seek feedback, and learn from new experiences.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to evolving priorities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
  • Familiarity with AI tools or technologies through academic, professional, or personal projects is preferred, along with an understanding of responsible and ethical use of AI.

About Cigna

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients.

Starts
2026-09-04