Junior Internal Auditor - Internship

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Job Summary

Group Internal Audit represents the organization’s third line of defense, providing independent and objective assurance to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and Executive Management. Through a risk-based approach, the function evaluates the effectiveness of risk management, governance, and internal control processes across the organization.

Internal audits are conducted regularly across all business areas and organizational levels within the Viridien Group.

During engagement planning, internal auditors assess the activity’s objectives and related strategies, identify significant risks, evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of governance and control frameworks, and highlight opportunities for improvement. Independence and professional judgment are essential to establish a robust risk-based audit approach and allocate appropriate resources.

About the Team

As Internal Audit intern, you will join a team of four professionals located in Massy and Rotterdam. You will join the Internal Audit team and actively contribute to a variety of audit assignments. Working alongside colleagues with diverse backgrounds, you will be involved in all stages of the audit process.

Key Responsibilities

Participate in Internal Audit Engagements (Operational, Compliance, and Entity Reviews)

• Contribute to the assessment of the effectiveness of the internal control framework.
• Perform audit testing and analyze existing processes and controls.
• Document audit work in accordance with Group methodologies and standards.
• Identify areas for improvement and provide relevant, practical recommendations.
• Contribute to the preparation of audit reports and the presentation of findings to audited management teams.
• Assess the design and operational effectiveness of key controls in line with the Group's control framework.

Contribute to Internal Audit Department Activities

• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and projects aimed at enhancing the Internal Audit function (quality, methodology, tools, etc.).
• Provide support for the team's day-to-day activities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree or Business School program, with a specialization in Finance, Auditing, or Accounting.
• Strong knowledge of finance and accounting; prior experience in internal auditing or finance would be an asset.
• Professional proficiency in both French and English, written and spoken.
• Good command of Microsoft Office applications.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical mindset and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Team-oriented with the ability to work autonomously and demonstrate curiosity and professional scepticism
• High level of objectivity, integrity, and root-cause analysis capability
• End-to-end process understanding with strong systems thinking
• Advanced problem-solving and investigative skills
• Proven leadership, facilitation, and influencing capabilities

Benefits

• An international culture in which the well-being and development of our employees are a top priority
• PEE/PERCO/CET Pension Savings Plan
• Access to company restaurant with subsidized price
• Access to benefits from Company works council
• Reimbursement of 50% of public transportation card in Ile-de-France region
• Love sports? Access to equipped Gym with reasonable price. 
• Wellbeing Teale app – for helping you to evaluate and improve your mental health.
• Confidential employee assistance program to support our staff covering counselling, wellbeing, legal & financial issues.

Our Hiring Process

At Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.

We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.