Internal Audit Intern - Fall 2026

Agency Safety Division 70000075 Dept of Public Safety Job Classification Title Student Intern (S) Position Number Grade PORT 12 About Us The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. Description of Work Are you interested in business, accounting, public administration, or compliance? Join NC DPS as an Internal Audit Intern and gain hands-on-experience evaluating processes, reviewing policies, and assessing compliance with established regulations and procedures. You'll work alongside experienced professionals to conduct audits, analyze operational practices, and identify opportunities for improvement. The internship provides valuable exposure to risk management, internal controls, and organizational accountability while supporting the agency's mission of serving North Carolina safely and effectively. This posting is for a part-time Summer Intern with the Internal Audit Section of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS). This Internship is expected to start on August 24, 2026, ending on October 23, 2026. The work schedule is HYBRID part time, up to 30 hours per week. The rate of pay is $15.00 per hour. Responsibilities include: Conducting audits with audit teams Reviewing policies for changes Assisting Audit manager and Audit Director with special projects. Assisting with ensuring divisions are in compliance with state, federal and local government policies relating to safeguarding departmental assets. Ensuring fraud, waste and abuse is not occurring in the agency. About the Internal Audit Section: The DPS Internal Audit Section provides DPS management with independent reviews and analysis of various functions and programs within the Department. The section’s overall objective is to provide management with information, analysis, appraisals, recommendations, and pertinent comments which are necessary in order for management to properly discharge its responsibilities, and to offer suggestions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the operations of the Department of Public Safety. The Internal Audit Section consists of one office, located in Raleigh, NC. This unit provides audit coverage for the Department through the performance of Compliance, Financial, Performance, Special Reviews, Follow-up, Consultation and IT audits. About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS): The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation with integrity and honor. Included in this department are Alcohol Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Information Network, Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, NC National Guard, NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency, Samarcand Training Academy, State Capitol Police, and State Highway Patrol. Also included are these Boards and Commissions: ABC Commission, Governor’s Crime Commission, Private Protective Services Commission, and Boxing & Combat Sports Commission. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard temporary positions. Interns will be hired through Temporary Solutions which operates as the State’s temporary employment agency. As a temporary position there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources .     Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application. Management Preferences Must be currently enrolled in college or a recent college graduate. NOTE: "Recent" graduates are those who have graduated within the last 6 months. Must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree (or a recent graduate) in Accounting, Auditing, and/or Business Administration or related field. A college transcript is required to determine eligibility. Please attach your unofficial college transcript(s). The transcript must include your name, courses/major, and the name of the college/university. Note: Please make sure your application is complete before submitting because the system will not allow you to reapply. (Your college transcript must be attached.) Note: Interns must submit to a background check and fingerprinting or consent to agency onboarding requirements. The NC Dept. of Public Saf