IT Audit Intern

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

Audit Interns perform risk-based assurance and advisory engagements in the field of business operations/functions, finance, governance, risk management, compliance and/or information technology. This opportunity may lead to selection into a two-year development rotational program following graduation. Rotational placings may vary depending on business needs.

Our internship program lets you showcase your skills, while gaining real-life experience that’ll help you jump-start your career. Our interns deliver innovative solutions to real business challenges, while building enduring relationships in a collaborative culture with their manager and an assigned mentor.

The internship is based at USAA Corporate Headquarters in San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX or our location in Charlotte, NC. Interns offered full-time roles may have the opportunity to work out of one of USAA’s satellite locations.

What you'll do:

Our IT Audit Interns, work under direct supervision and following risk and compliance procedures and mentorship, perform routine work assignments and problem resolution to support other team members, including the following tasks:

• Complete assigned audit test steps timely and expertly with mentorship and support from the Auditor-in-Charge (AIC)/senior auditors in support of the annual audit plan and/or audit priorities.

• Performs basic audit documentation techniques, accountable for own work paper documentation within quality standards, timely and accurately.

• Develops an understanding on how to capture and analyze data to perform tasks assigned by AIC.

• Attends and participates in team audit activities such as planning and prioritizing, business understanding/walkthroughs, review of risk assessment and testing for assigned areas of responsibility and demonstrates critical thinking ability and begins early-stage development of expertise (i.e., technology, CoSA, business line products, broadening business acumen).

• Assists in updating the engagement level risk & control matrix with mentorship and support from AIC.

What you need to have:

To qualify, you must be pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university, and plan to graduate after the final day of the internship. Most of our interns participate the summer between their junior and senior years. Our 2026 internship will start on May 27, 2026, and last through August 7, 2026.

• Graduation date must be May/June 2027

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business or relevant field such as Finance, Accounting, Business, or Information Technology.

• 0 to 2 years of audit, financial, insurance, banking, information technology or related business experience.

• Foundational and conceptual knowledge of the function/subject area and validated application of knowledge, skills and abilities towards work products required.

• Foundational level of business sense in the areas of the business operations, industry practices and emerging trends required.

What sets you apart:

• Pursuing a degree with a concentration in MIS, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity.

• Knowledge of information security/technology.

• Graduation date between May/June 2027

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $27 - $28. Interns will receive an intern stipend to assist with expenses.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

USAA views its internship program as a pipeline to possible future employment. This is based on an individual’s graduation date, performance, role qualifications, and business need. To be considered for possible future employment opportunities interns must meet the full-time work eligibility requirements for any given role. Thus, interns should ensure their sponsorship status and other provided information is accurately reflected on their intern application. Inadequate completion of your application may render you ineligible for further consideration in the hiring process.

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the hourly range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual hourly rate for this role may vary by location.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

Interns may not be eligible for all benefits, for more details on our outstanding benefits, please visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.