Internal Audit Intern (Summer 2026)

Job Description The Internal Audit Intern is responsible for assisting with the evaluation and improvement of Stride's control environment, helping to establish a strong foundation for the internal audit function through policies and procedures, and creating value for the business. This role may support operational, financial, compliance, and information systems-related audit activities, including reviews of processes, systems, and controls.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Assist with internal audit status tracking Support audits of internal controls as part of the overall Audit Plan Participate in operational, financial, compliance, and/or information systems audit activities, including documentation, testing, and evaluation of processes and controls Attend weekly meetings Ensure proper documentation of the results of audit and review evaluations Provide recommendations to enhance and improve control procedures, operations, systems, and automation Assist with walkthroughs, testing, and analysis related to business processes, data, and systems, as applicable Perform other assignments as assigned by Internal Audit and/or management

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no current formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or starting a Master's/MBA program in a major or concentration relevant to the position, such as Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, or a related field Strong written and verbal communication skills Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.); web proficiency Ability to clear required background check

Certificates and Licenses:

None

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to analyze and solve problems relating to auditing, business processes, systems, and related disciplines Interest in internal audit, internal controls, process improvement, and/or information systems and technology risk Strong organizational skills, with the ability to appropriately prioritize workload while showing resilience and calmness under pressure Effective communication skills, both oral and written Excellent interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence Strong ability to take initiative Ability to foster a friendly and inclusive work environment for team members and clients Demonstrated high level of integrity Familiarity with data analysis, systems, or technology-enabled processes is a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a hybrid position Generally, this is a home-based position. There will be times when going into the office in Herndon/Reston may be required. The noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic).

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee's salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position's level and expected contribution, and the employee's benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range. We anticipate this position will pay between $14.42 - $28.85 per hour. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual's compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off. Job Type Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee) The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more than 20 years, Stride, Inc. has transformed the teaching and learning experience for millions of people by providing innovative, high-quality, tech-enabled education solutions, curriculum, and programs. Stride serves learners of all ages in all 50 states and more than 100 countries. At Stride, learning is essential. It is the foundation of the human experience and we are proud of our commitment to powering learning, no matter what stage of life you are in. For more than 20 years, we've worked to challenge the idea of one-size-fits-all education and provide personalized, online, lifelong learning at every step of the journey. Above all else, we believe in serving the communities we live in and creating space for all voices therein.