Grad Intern - Audit

Grad Intern - Audit

Amgen's Corporate Audit department in our Thousand Oaks location is looking for a Grad student interested in a 10 - 12 week internship. The Corporate Audit department has an opportunity for a first year MBA student to contribute to the internal control documentation and testing requirements in the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX). The intern may also be assigned to other financial and operational audits requiring basic audit documentation and testing skills. This assignment will provide the intern with the opportunity to integrate their academic study in accounting, auditing, business administration, and/or finance with practical experience at a Fortune 100 employer.

The intern will assist in performing audits to assess our SOX internal control adequacy and effectiveness. The intern will work with the Corporate Audit managers and staff to assist in providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the operations of the Company. Lastly, the intern may help in determining whether the Company's networks of risk management, control and governance processes are adequate and functioning in a manner appropriate to a Company of our size and market. The intern will be asked to understand and discharge their duties and responsibilities in a professional manner that is consistent with company policies and procedures, including the handling of Company confidential and/or sensitive data.

The following objectives will be met by the end of the intern assignment:
1. Complete audits on several SOX processes
2. Gain knowledge of basic auditing and accounting skills related to professional auditing standards and as embodied in the Corporate Audit Manual
3. Be introduced to auditing and/or Amgen as a career opportunity
4. Learn about the bio-tech industry and internal controls environments.

Amgen retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.
As an EEO/AA M/F/V/D employer, Amgen values and encourages diversity in the workplace

Basic Qualifications
This position requires a BA/BS degree in computer science, information systems, accounting, finance, business administration, engineering, telecommunications, pharmacy or life science.

Prospective candidates must be in the process of completing the first year of their Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree Program.
Minimum of 3 years work experience is required, 2 years of which spent in auditing.
Amgen requires that all individuals applying for an internship or a co-op assignment at Amgen must meet the following criteria:
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be a current full time student
• Must have completed at least one full year of study
• Must have not yet graduated
• Must be in good academic standing within their majors and overall at their university
• Must be enrolled in school the fall season following the potential internship or co-op assignment
• Must not be employed at the time the internship starts

Preferred Qualifications
1. Excellent oral and written communication skills, presentation skills and interpersonal skills
2. Demonstrates leadership skills
3. Strong organizational, project management, detail oriented, analytical and quantitative skills
4. Demonstrates personal initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and adaptability
5. Ability to effectively operate independently, across functional lines, and with both internal and external customers
6. Ability to work successfully in a team and matrix environment
7. Ideal candidate will have work experience in auditing (preferably with Big 4).
8. CPA Certification. Excellent financial model building skills via Microsoft Excel or other software programs.
9. Ability to speak multiple languages (e.g., Portuguese, Cantonese, Spanish, etc.)