Entry Level Research Assistant Jobs in Edmonton, AB

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Overview

We are seeking an Analyst to join our Enterprise Risk Services practice, with an expected start date of September 2027. This entry level role is designed for a recent undergraduate graduate who is interested in building a foundation in internal audit, internal controls, analysis, and policy work within a professional services environment. The role is hands on and team based, providing exposure to how organizations assess risk, design and evaluate controls, develop policies, and support informed decision making.

This role is well suited to a recent bachelor’s degree graduate who is motivated to learn, curious about how organizations operate, and interested in beginning and progressing toward completion of the Certified Internal Auditor professional designation.

When applying, please submit your resume, cover letter, transcript and other applicable forms, as necessary, in 1 document. 

Responsibilities

• Internal Audit and Controls Delivery: Support the delivery of enterprise risk services engagements, including internal audits, internal controls assessments, business case analysis, and policy and framework work across a range of client environments.
• Engagement Planning and Coordination: Assist with engagement planning by helping to develop project plans, coordinating timelines, and supporting logistics with clients and internal team members.
• Process Walkthroughs and Control Testing: Participate in process walkthroughs and internal control testing, and document results clearly in accordance with firm methodology and professional standards.
• Analysis, Research, and Business Case Support: Conduct research and analysis to support audit work, business cases, policy development, and preparation of client deliverables and reports.
• Audit Documentation and Reporting: Contribute to the preparation of clear, accurate, and well supported working papers and draft sections of client deliverables.
• Client and Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with engagement teams and clients, demonstrating professionalism, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
• Business Development Support: Support proposal development and other business development activities through research, analysis, and preparation of supporting materials.
• Technology and AI Enablement: Apply firm tools, templates, and technology, including data and AI enabled tools, to support efficient and high quality engagement delivery.
• Travel Flexibility: Ability to travel as required to support client engagements.

Skills and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in auditing, risk management business, public administration, risk management, policy, or another relevant discipline.
• Professional Designation Intent: Demonstrated interest in internal audit as a career path, with an intention to begin and progress toward completion of the Certified Internal Auditor designation.
• Foundational Risk and Controls Exposure: Exposure to internal audit, internal controls, risk analysis, policy work, or performance improvement through coursework, coop, internship, or early career experience is considered an asset.
• Analytical and Structured Thinking: Ability to analyze information, document processes and controls, and apply structured, evidencebased thinking in a professional services environment.
• Technology and AI Enablement: Comfort using technology and digital tools, with an interest in applying data analysis and AI enabled tools to support audit work, analysis, documentation, and informed decision making.

Application Deadline: September 13, 2026 at 11:59pm (MST)

MyRewards@MNP 

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!