Trainee Auditor

About the Role

This opportunity is for graduate students and junior professionals based in the United States interested in developing an international career in social compliance, sustainability, and auditing. As a Trainee Auditor, you will receive training and support to develop as a SMETA auditor and progress toward obtaining Certified Social Compliance Auditor (CSCA) status through APSCA.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct social compliance and environmental audits at client supplier manufacturing sites, including announced and unannounced audits.
• Assess compliance with international standards, SMETA requirements, client-specific procedures, and local regulations.
• Evaluate areas including labor and human rights, occupational health and safety, environmental management, business ethics, and responsible business practices.
• Identify potential violations and objectively document audit findings, evidence, and observations.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and detailed audit reports for clients.
• Maintain a professional, independent, impartial, and ethical approach.
• Interact professionally with factory management and employees, maintaining confidentiality and audit integrity.
• Travel internationally and work at different manufacturing sites, as required.
• Participate in client meetings and provide input for quality control procedures.
• Contribute ideas to improve the quality, efficiency, and consistency of Operations projects.
• Participate in internal training, calibration sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

APSCA Certification Pathway

• Complete the APSCA registration process.
• Participate in required training and development activities.
• Prepare for, take, and successfully pass all required APSCA examinations.
• Fulfill applicable APSCA requirements to obtain CSCA status.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Recently graduated with a master’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility, Human Resources, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Strong interest in developing an international career in social compliance, sustainability, and auditing.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical, communication, interviewing, and report-writing skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to assess information objectively.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, discretion, and independence.
• Ability to interact effectively with factory management, employees, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
• Valid passport and, where applicable, a valid visa.
• Availability to travel approximately 80% of the time, including international travel.
• Willingness and ability to complete the APSCA certification pathway and obtain CSCA status.

Previous experience in auditing, manufacturing, sustainability, environmental management, human resources, or compliance is desirable but not required.