Posted:
8/27/2024, 7:04:15 AM
Location(s):
Boston, Massachusetts, United States ⋅ Irvine, California, United States ⋅ Charlotte, North Carolina, United States ⋅ San Francisco, California, United States ⋅ Washington, District of Columbia, United States ⋅ Dallas, Texas, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States ⋅ Denver, Colorado, United States ⋅ New York, United States ⋅ North Carolina, United States ⋅ Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States ⋅ Georgia, United States ⋅ Colorado, United States ⋅ Pennsylvania, United States ⋅ District of Columbia, United States ⋅ California, United States ⋅ Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States ⋅ Atlanta, Georgia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States ⋅ New York, New York, United States ⋅ Ashburn, Virginia, United States ⋅ Chicago, Illinois, United States ⋅ Texas, United States ⋅ Massachusetts, United States ⋅ Florida, United States
Experience Level(s):
Internship
Field(s):
Finance & Banking
Join us and make a difference in global investor protection.
Who We Are
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), a nonprofit organization established by Congress, oversees the audits of public companies and SEC-registered brokers and dealers to protect investors and to further the public interest in the preparation of independent, accurate, and informative audit reports.
Our investor protection mission is focused on modernizing audit standards, enhancing audit inspections, and strengthening enforcement of PCAOB rules and standards and other related laws and rules. People are at the heart of our mission at the PCAOB. As we carry out that mission, we strive to uphold the highest standards in audit quality with investors’ families, savings, and futures in mind.
If you are interested in working with a diverse group of talented professionals to protect investors and drive audit quality and innovation while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct, join us.
What We Offer
Compensation – We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation programs. We offer a competitive hourly rate based on education level and qualifications, as follows:
Undergraduate students: $25.00/hour
Graduate students: $29.00/hour
Ph.D./JD students: $37.00/hour
Hybrid work option – Staff will be assigned to one of our offices, including: Washington, DC (Headquarters); Ashburn, VA; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Denver, CO; Fort Lauderdale, FL; Tampa, FL; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Boston, MA; New York, NY; Charlotte, NC; Philadelphia, PA; Dallas, TX; or Houston, TX office or location. Staff can choose to live and work from anywhere within the United States but will be required to commute to their assigned office or location for occasional intentional gatherings or meetings at the frequency required by their supervisor. Travel to an assigned office or location for commuting purposes will not be considered reimbursable business travel, unless otherwise required by state law. Business travel is reimbursable in an amount not exceeding the cost to travel from the assigned office or location, unless otherwise required by state law.
Role Summary
The Office of the Chief Operating Officer, located in Washington, D.C., has a position for an intern on its Travel team.
The PCAOB Travel Department Spring Intern position is in the Office of Finance, and reports to the Travel Manager. The primary responsibilities include supporting travel team planning, logistics, and expense auditing, with a focus on quality and cost effectiveness for the PCAOB. This position requires a proactive individual who thrives in a multi-faceted professional environment and works professionally to serve our many internal customers.
The Intern will have the opportunity to work as a part of the Travel Department to utilize and develop skills across our many platforms. The Intern will gain experience working within the PCAOB Travel Policies and Procedures and be involved in critical team activities that may include participating in vendor meetings and negotiations, internal requirement gatherings and contract reviews. The Intern will interface with members of Finance as well as the various Division/Office staff across the PCAOB. Our internship program provides hands-on work experience, allowing you to grow your skills and gain experience.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and collaborate with travel vendors.
Conduct research to support the team.
Assist with planning for meetings and events.
Support ongoing Travel initiatives and projects.
Gain an overall understanding of the PCAOB and our mission.
Qualifications
Education/Technical Expertise
Completion of at least one year of coursework and current enrollment in a degree program at an accredited university.
An interest in travel and travel security programs.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to organize and meet deadlines.
Willingness to work as a team member.
Ability to be flexible, work independently and be self-motivated.
Dependability a must.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All PCAOB employees are entitled to equal opportunity and a professional work environment, free of discrimination and harassment. A workplace free of discrimination and harassment is fundamental to professional success and to the PCAOB's mission. The PCAOB will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
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Website: https://pcaobus.org/
Headquarter Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Employee Count: 501-1000
Year Founded: 2002
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Association ⋅ Financial Services ⋅ Non Profit