Legislative Financial Audit Intern

If your career goal is to make a difference, and you are looking for a rewarding intern opportunity, consider joining the dedicated professionals at the State of Colorado, Office of the State Auditor (OSA).

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is a nonpartisan agency in Colorado's Legislative Branch. Our mission is to improve government for the people of Colorado. Our audits and evaluations provide the General Assembly, agencies, and the public with thorough, credible, and impartial assessments of the operation of state programs, the use of state and federal funds, and the effectiveness of the State's tax expenditures (e.g., credits, exemptions, deductions).

Our management and staff are dedicated professionals who are passionate about good government and produce high‑quality work that makes a difference to the State of Colorado and its citizens. If you are the successful candidate for this exciting opportunity you can expect to benefit from:

• Outstanding opportunities for professional development and continued skills training.
• Central downtown location by the Capitol Building with reimbursements for parking.
• ECO Pass for public transportation.
• Flexible work schedule options.

• Primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm work hours, Monday‑Friday.
• Hybrid – staff are required to work in office at least one day a week.
• Internship must be performed in Colorado.

Pay rate: $25.00 per hour

The OSA is looking for a Legislative Financial Audit intern who is passionate about improving Colorado and committed to results. We need a creative, flexible, results‑oriented team player with strong analytical skills, keen investigative instincts, and exceptional communication and people skills.

Our paid internship program (30‑40 hours per week) is designed to accomplish three things:

Interns will be expected to:

• Interact with multiple levels of state government to assess government financial performance, stewardship, and operations.
• Analyze large volumes of information and data to evaluate agency financial activities in relation to statutes, regulations, fiscal rules, generally accepted accounting principles, and standards of program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify possible findings and recommendations in accordance with OSA guidelines.

• A strong aptitude for analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Strong organizational and technology skills.
• The ability to gather and organize information to formulate and support decisions and opinions.
• Effective communication skills, verbal, written and presentation.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; conflict resolution; self‑initiative and self‑motivation; and a high aptitude for learning about issues related to state government.
• Applicants should possess skills and work ethic to work independently, as well as working effectively as part of an audit team.

• Transcripts
• Resume
• Cover letter – You must submit official or unofficial transcripts with your application.

Must submit to and successfully pass a pre‑employment background check. The Office of the State Auditor conducts background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex,…