IT Audit Intern - Summer/Fall 2026

Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow. At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best. The Internal Audit Department Great American Insurance Group is currently seeking an Information Technology (IT) Audit Intern to join our team for the Summer and/or Fall 2026 Semester(s). This individual will assist in the safeguarding of assets and the reliability of company records for American Financial Group, Great American Insurance Group, and their subsidiaries through your assistance in the performance of audits. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities You will work closely with audit management and engagement coordinators to conduct internal audit engagements at Great American Insurance Group and its subsidiaries. You will participate in simple to moderately complex audits of application, operating systems, platforms, and operating procedures in accordance with the audit process/steps prescribed by management. As a team member, you will assist with conducting IT audits and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance reviews by assisting with evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of the IT infrastructure. You will attend process walkthrough meetings and assist in identifying and testing IT and automated controls and processes in various system environments to ensure data integrity, security, and operational efficiency. You will support the gathering of relevant data and help document areas of concern or potential risk. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of audit reports that outline key findings, offer recommendations, and suggest corrective actions. You will collaborate with senior auditors on IT-related matters and assist in coordinating with external audit partners. You will meet with company leaders as a part of the Summer Intern Program to learn more about their respective roles throughout the company. Additionally, you will perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Business/Data Analytics, Accounting, Finance, or Business. Current/most recent GPA of 3.25 or above. Campus involvement. Leadership experience a plus. Familiar with business systems and technology concepts. Experience with data analysis techniques a plus. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to utilize critical thinking and technical aptitude to draw conclusions based on the information presented. Demonstrated ability to solve problems of a moderate complexity independently. Ability and willingness to work well in teams. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required. Experience with Adobe Pro and Microsoft Visio is a plus. Experience with data analysis tools a plus (Tableau, Alteryx). Other Information Targeted learning objectives to obtain Co-op credit for colleges and universities. Paid internship with hourly wage based on educational and professional experience. Hybrid work flexibility. Part-time internship flexibility (Minimum of 20 hours per week) Flexible scheduling to ensure the internship duration aligns with college/university semesters (3-4 months). Business Unit: AFG Internal Audit Benefits: Compensation varies by role, position level, and location. Individual pay is influenced by skills, education, training, certifications, experience, and the role's scope and complexity, along with business needs. We offer a competitive Total Rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision plans starting on day one, PTO, paid holidays, commuter benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, education reimbursement, paid parental leave/adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with company match. These benefits are available to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Great American Insurance Group understands the importance of choosing a financially strong company. We are an organization built for the long term and are committed to giving you that strength. Why can you trust Great American Insurance Group? For nearly 150 years, Americans have trusted us to protect them. Our innovative insurance solutions and specialization serves niche marketplaces that we know well. This expertise gives us a successful foundation that spans generations. You never know where a career in insurance will take you. Whether you are starting your career or are looking for a company to grow your experience, at Great American Insurance Group, you can join our more than 8,500 employees to “Be Here. Be GREAT!” To learn more, visit our Career Page Apply tot his job Apply To this Job