National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers. Job Description The IT compliance team Intern will support the National General (NatGen) SOX audit engagement by supporting audit requests evidence gathering, creating Audit request management (ARM) request and assignment of requests and following up with control owners, organizing evidence, and uploading documentation to External auditors’ collaboration tool. The intern will maintain the EIRC SOX evidence repository, perform basic data testing in Excel, participate in business process walkthroughs, and document meeting notes to capture process changes for the SOX technology inventory updates. This role offers hands-on exposure to SOX IT General controls testing, evidence management, audit planning and tracking, and stakeholder coordination within a fast-paced, regulated environment. The preferred candidate will be located in Winston Salem, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, Raleigh, or Charlotte. Key Responsibilities Audit Request Create and assign audit request/PBC (Prepared by Client) using ARM (Audit Request Management) Tool. Assign requests to control owners, track due dates, and follow up to ensure timely responses. Escalate delays and data gaps to the Audit Lead with clear status updates and risk/impact notes. Evidence Collection & Organization Guide control owners on PY evidence as helpful information for evidence gathering. Organize, index, and label evidence consistently (e.g., control ID, period, versioning). Evidence Repository Maintain the EIRC SOX evidence repository, ensuring all required evidence is captured, stored in the correct folder structure, and properly linked to controls/requests. Monitor repository hygiene (naming conventions, version control) and ensure proper updates Upload approved evidence packages to auditors through the designated portal/tools. Testing & Documentation Perform basic data testing in Excel (filters, lookups, pivots, reconciliations, tie-outs) to support compliance monitoring effort. Participate in process walkthroughs with control owners and technology stakeholders. Document clear, accurate meeting notes with process flows, key reports, systems, and control points; identify changes to be reflected in the SOX Technology Inventory. Draft/update working papers and templates under supervision. Status Tracking Support audit planning by updating tasks, milestones, and owners in the tracking tool. Support maintenance of dashboards/status trackers for request aging, evidence completeness, and request progress. Key Learning Opportunities Gain hands on experience across the SOX lifecycle: scoping, walkthroughs, evidence gathering, and auditor interaction. Learn ITGCs, automated controls, key reports. Build real world SOX experience, work directly with auditors and control owners, and develop technical and business skills that translate to audit, risk, finance, and technology roles Build professional skills in stakeholder management, written documentation, and time management. Exposure to GRC/evidence repositories, auditor portals. Understand how process and system changes impact the SOX Technology Inventory and control design. Required Qualifications Currently pursuing a master’s or bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Technology, Data Analytics, or related fields. Excel proficiency: sorting/filtering, conditional formatting, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic PivotTables, text/date functions, and data validation. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines. Effective written and verbal communication; able to document notes and instructions clearly. Demonstrated professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity when handling sensitive data. Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have) Prior internship, coursework, or project experience in audit, SOX, risk, or compliance. Familiarity with IT General Controls (ITGCs), key reports, and change management concepts. Experience with SharePoint/Teams, audit request portals, or GRC/evidence repositories (e.g., ServiceNow GRC, Archer, Workiva, OneTrust.) Basic data skills beyond Excel (e.g., Power Query, Power BI, or SQL basics). Exposure to flowcharting (Visio, Lucidchart) and writing procedure narratives. Core Competencies Ownership & FollowThrough: Drives tasks to closure with timely follow-ups and crisp status. Detail Orientation: Catches inconsistencies and documentation gaps early. Collaboration: Partners effectively with control owners and teammates. Time Management: Prioritizes competing deadlines with clear escalation when needed. Learning Agility: Quickly absorbs process knowledge and apply guidance consistently. Tools & Platfo