Finance - Internal Audit Summer Analyst

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Blackstone Internal Audit (BXIA) Summer Analyst

Blackstone Internal Audit provides independent assurance to executive management and the Blackstone Audit Committee regarding the effectiveness of the Firm’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes.

We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our Internal Audit team as part of the Blackstone Finance Summer Analyst program. The Summer Analyst will gain hands‑on experience in the internal audit process, including risk assessment, audit planning, fieldwork, and testing. Working alongside experienced auditors, the Summer Analyst will help evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of key controls across Blackstone’s business units and functions.

This role offers the opportunity to enhance technical auditing skills, business acumen, and gain exposure to the Firm’s global operations.

• Risk Assessment Support:
  Assist in gathering and analyzing data to support the annual risk assessment process, including identifying key risks and control considerations.
• Audit Planning Assistance:
  Help prepare audit planning documents, including scope, objectives, and testing strategies.
• Fieldwork & Testing:
  Perform control testing under the supervision of senior auditors, including walkthroughs, sampling, and documentation of results.
• Data Analysis:
  Use analytical tools and techniques to identify trends, anomalies, or potential control gaps.
• Documentation & Work papers:
  Prepare clear, concise, and accurate work papers in accordance with Blackstone Internal Audit methodology and IIA Standards.
• Issue Identification:
  Assist in summarizing audit findings and drafting audit observations.
• Special Project:
  Lead completion of a special project to support the department’s continuous improvement.

• Education:
  
  Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Subject Matter Interest:
  Interest in internal audit, risk management, and control evaluation within the financial services or asset management industry.
• Professional Integrity:
  Commitment to the highest professional standards.
• Collaborative:
  Works effectively as part of a team and contributes to group objectives.
• Communicator:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
• Organized:
  Effectively manages multiple tasks and meets deadlines.
• Technical
  
  Experience:
  
  Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite; exposure to data analytics tools, generative AI and/or audit management software is a plus.

To be considered for the 2027 Summer Analyst role, applicants must meet any of the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student
• Anticipated graduation date:
  Fall 2027 - Spring 2028
• Resume must include expected graduation month/year and GPA
• Resume must be in PDF format

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

$90,000 - $90,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

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