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Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence.\nOur approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.\nHeadquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 30 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.\nResponsibilities\nInternship Purpose\nPattern Energy is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Internal Audit Intern to join us in our Houston office. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting our internal controls, compliance, and risk-based audit activities. The intern will participate in management walkthroughs, assist with control testing and documentation, analyze data populations, and contribute to audit engagements. This opportunity is ideal for a student interested in developing practical experience in internal audit, risk management, accounting, or compliance while gaining exposure to stakeholders across the organization.\nInternship Accountabilities\nSupport Internal Audit projects and activities across various areas of the business.\nAssist with reviewing and maintaining audit and control-related documentation.\nParticipate in audit and internal controls activities under the guidance of team members.\nAssist with gathering, organizing, and analyzing information to support audit work.\nSupport coordination and follow-up with stakeholders across the organization.\nContribute to special projects and other Internal Audit initiatives as needed.\nComplete a meaningful summer project and present findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship.\nInternship Learning & Development Opportunities:\nThrough this internship, you’ll build practical experience in:\nDevelop an understanding of control design, operating effectiveness, and risk mitigation.\nGain exposure to risk-based audit planning, testing, documentation, and reporting practices.\nStrengthen your ability to conduct walkthroughs, request information, follow up with stakeholders, and communicate findings clearly.\nLearn to evaluate evidence, identify potential control issues, and apply a risk-based mindset to business and IT processes.\nQualifications\nEducation/Experience Required\nCurrently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business, Risk Management, or a related field.\nStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nHigh attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and well-supported documentation.\nEffective written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to work collaboratively with team members and stakeholders across different areas of the business.\nProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.\nInterest in internal audit, internal controls, risk management, compliance, or IT controls.\nPrior experience with Workiva, data analytics, accounting, or audit concepts is a plus, but not required.\nStrong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.\nThe expected starting pay rate for this role is $26.00 - $28.00 USD/Hour. 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