Job Description

This application is for a 12-week internship role from June - August 2025. Resume review begins in November 2024.

This is a hybrid position where in-office presence is required 2-3 days a week.

The Biogen Internal Audit department is an independent assurance function that assists the Company in assessing the reliability of financial reporting, compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies, and the efficiency and effectiveness of business operations.

You will function as an integral part of audit teams, working under the direction of the auditor-in-charge, to meet the objectives of audit activities within established deadlines.

Position Description

You will focus on assessing the operational effectiveness of financial controls (i.e., Sarbanes-Oxley 404 testing) along with other members of the Internal Audit team but may also participate in other audit projects as needed. This work may include:

Test the design and operating effectiveness of Sarbanes-Oxley controls
Independently follow-up with business process owners, including conducting meetings
Critically assess controls documentation and escalate potential issues to auditor-in-charge
Assist in the planning activities and execute test plans on various financial, operational and IT audits
Execute test plans of remediation actions related to higher and moderate risk audit observations across a wide away of financial, operational and IT audit areas
Assist in the Preparation of presentations for different levels of management

Qualifications

Excellent organization skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented
Ability to meet deadlines
Self-motivated
Ability to work in a team
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
Must be pursuing an undergraduate or post graduate degree in accounting or finance

To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:

Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
Be currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college or university

Education

Major: Accounting or Finance
Minimum Overall GPA: 3.3
Minimum Accounting GPA: 3.5
Number of Accounting Credits: 15

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.