[Hiring] Information Technology General Controls Intern @Sound Physicians

Role Description

The ITGC (Information Technology General Controls) intern will focus on evaluating, testing, and documenting the technology controls that support Sound’s financial reporting and operational integrity, often under frameworks like SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley), NIST, or COBIT. Interns in this role help ensure that IT systems, data integrity, and access controls are functioning effectively.

This is a full-time remote opportunity. 10-week internship that will run from June 1st through August 7th, 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• ITGC Testing & Evaluation: Perform testing of IT general controls, including logical access management (who can access systems), change management (how systems are updated), and computer operations (backups and data security).
• Documentation: Assist in documenting control designs, narratives, flowcharts, and test results to support internal or external audits.
• Risk Analysis & Mitigation: Identify potential IT risks, assess control gaps, and assist in developing remediation plans to improve the control environment.
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with IT and business teams to improve control efficiency and track internal control activities.
• Design and document audit workpapers and templates.

Values

• Work Ethic: Dedication to getting the job done well and on time, regardless of circumstances, a can-do attitude.
• Teamwork: Demonstrates the ability to pull people together into highly effective teams along with the ability to work in a highly matrixed organization.
• Self-Motivation: Proactively jumps in to start a task or project with limited direction; asks to take on more responsibility and what is next.
• Collaboration: Demonstrates the ability to work well with others to accomplish a goal and get the work done; takes opinions of others into consideration; includes others in the decision-making process.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exposure to or knowledge of SOX compliance, ISO 27001, or audit frameworks is highly desirable.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate technical audit findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate with department staff and other functional units.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and experience with GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) tools or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience

• Relevant coursework specifically focused on duties outlined in this position preferred.
• Must be currently enrolled, or recently graduated from an accredited school, focusing on a relevant area of study.
• Preferred areas of study: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Information Systems, IT Audit, or a related field.
• Other areas of study may be considered.
• Junior and Senior level students preferred.

Pay Range

$17-$22 per hour. Exact pay will be determined based on candidate experience, geographical location, and size/complexity of the program being supported.