Who are we?
The NAO is the UK’s independent public spending watchdog. We are an independent public body, and our vital audit work adds value to the government by supporting its drive to improve the delivery of public services to millions of people every day.
The NAO boasts an impressive client portfolio including high-profile government departments, the NHS and BBC and we collaborate with clients to help improve crucial public services, which affect each and every one of us!
You will receive a competitive pro-rated salary of over £27,000 (London) and over £24,000 (Newcastle).
What is the role?
The NAO is looking for penultimate year undergraduate students interested in starting their career in Accounting!
You will gain an understanding of NAO’s key work areas - Financial Audit and Value for Money (VfM).
If you would like to get involved in a range of interesting projects and make a difference, apply today!
What will I do?
- You will have the opportunity to get involved in a range of interesting projects that will allow you to see the importance of the work NAO completes.
- You will work with different colleagues helping you to expand your professional network. The opportunity to also shadow auditors in their day-to-day work is included.
- Tasks you will work on include undertaking crucial research and fieldwork for NAO’s audits and investigations.
- You will have the opportunity to attend a range of exciting training courses about the government, assurance and you may get to visit Parliament.
Programme start date:
16th June 2025 and will run for 8 weeks from our London or Newcastle office. This is an in-person internship and you must be available to start on 16th June and work from our respective offices.
Application stages:
1) Initial application with personal details
2) Online numerical test
3) Written competency questions
4) Telephone interview
Diversity Requirements:
This is a diversity summer internship for applicants in their penultimate year of study and on track for a 2:1 degree in any subject. Applicants must also be from one or more of the following characteristics:
- less advantaged (lower) socio-economic background
- black heritage background
- female
For further information please read the full job description which includes our educational and nationality requirements as well as the support available including reasonable adjustments should you need them.
