Internal Audit Intern

Are you a detail-oriented accounting, finance, or business student looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic corporate environment? Pilot Company is seeking an Internal Audit Intern to join our team in Knoxville, Tennessee, for the summer of 2026. This is a unique opportunity to directly improve operational efficiency by participating in audits, evaluating policies and procedures for compliance, and identifying areas for improvement. In this role, you'll be an integral part of the Internal Audit team, working on our annual audit plan and potentially participating in surprise store audits. This is an ideal position for a student who is eager to apply their education to real-life corporate processes and policies, with the potential to independently own a project that makes a positive impact on the organization. What You’ll Do Your responsibilities may include: Participate in Audits: Work with the team to review company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and evaluating for improved efficiencies. Support Store Audits: Assist with  store audits, which may involve some travel (all travel costs will be covered by Pilot). Apply your education: Apply your academic knowledge to real-life corporate processes and policies, gaining practical application of your skills. Data analysis: Use tools like Excel, Tableau, and MS Access to perform general audit and sampling techniques. Lead a project: Have the opportunity to independently own a project that has a positive impact on the organization.