This opportunity is open to graduate students and junior professionals based in United States who are 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
You will be expected to:
- Conduct social compliance and environmental audits at the manufacturing sites of our clients’ suppliers, including announced and, where applicable, unannounced audits.
- Assess compliance with applicable international standards, SMETA requirements, client-specific procedures, and relevant 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 throughout the audit process.
- Interact professionally with factory management and employees while maintaining confidentiality and protecting the integrity of the audit.
- Travel internationally and work at different manufacturing sites, as required.
- Participate in client meetings and provide input to develop quality control procedures based on specific client requirements.
- 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
As part of the role, the selected candidate will be responsible for:
- Completing the APSCA registration process.
- Participating in the required training and development activities.
- Preparing for, taking, and successfully passing all required APSCA examinations.
- Fulfilling the applicable APSCA requirements to obtain CSCA status.
Successful completion of the APSCA certification pathway and achievement of CSCA status are essential components of the position.
- Currently completing the final semesters of a master’s degree, preferably 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.
- Previous experience in auditing, manufacturing, sustainability, environmental management, human resources, or compliance is desirable but not required.
- Willingness and ability to complete the APSCA certification pathway and obtain CSCA status.
- Contract type: Independent Contractor.
- Monthly compensation: USD 4000
- Travel requirements: Approximately 80% of the time.
- Business travel expenses will be covered by the company, including meals, transportation, airfare, accommodation, and local transportation related to audits.
- APSCA program registration will be covered by the company.
- The company will cover the fees for all required APSCA examinations.
- Training, mentoring, and ongoing support will be provided throughout the development process.
- The position offers professional growth opportunities in sustainability, social compliance, responsible sourcing, and auditing.
- Candidates must maintain a valid passport and any visas required for their assigned destinations.