Office of the Auditor General
Nova Scotia
Performance Audit Co-op Student
Work Term – approximately 13 weeks, Halifax, NS
One (1) Position
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The
Office of the Auditor General has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from
Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible People, Persons with Disabilities, and
Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you belong to one of these equity
groups, we invite you to self-identify in your cover letter or resume.
About us:
The Auditor General of Nova Scotia is an officer of the House of Assembly, nonpartisan and independent
of government. The Auditor General’s mandate, authority, and responsibilities are established under the
Auditor General Act. This mandate includes providing opinions on government financial reports and
conducting performance audits of public sector operations. Through this work, the Auditor General
supports the House of Assembly in holding government accountable for the management of public funds
and contributes to the effectiveness of the public sector. For more information on the Office, please visit
www.oag-ns.ca.
What you will do:
Under the supervision of senior auditors, the performance audit co-op student supports the planning and
execution of performance audits. This work may involve analyzing business processes, assessing
compliance with policies and legislation, identifying audit findings, and contributing to audit
documentation and analysis. As a member of an audit team, you’ll engage directly with provincial
government organizations, adding value and gaining meaningful, hands-on experience. Limited travel
within Nova Scotia may be required.
What you bring to the role:
You are motivated and enthusiastic, with a strong academic record and a keen interest in pursuing your
CPA designation. You communicate effectively – both in writing and in conversation – and are comfortable
building relationships with clients and colleagues alike. You’ve demonstrated the ability to manage
competing priorities and meet deadlines, and you thrive both working independently and as part of a
team.
Qualifications:
You are currently enrolled in a post-secondary degree program with a major in accounting and are in your
third or fourth year of study, returning to school for at least one more term. You are on track to complete
all prerequisites for admission to the Canadian CPA Professional Education Program and have a working
knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Please Note:
An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks
and verification of credentials, with results satisfactory to the employer.
Start: September 15, 2025
End: December 12, 2025
Hourly Wage: $23.26/hour
Closing Date: June 3, 2025, at 11:59 pm AST
How to Apply:
• Please ensure that you demonstrate in your application how you meet the above qualifications
and why you are suitable for this position.
• Applicants must submit an unofficial copy of their university transcript. Applications received
without this information will not be considered.
• To apply for this position, please email your application to Eva.Lechpammer@novascotia.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.