Program Intern, Internal Communications

About the company

Pilot Company is an industry‑leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 43 states and six Canadian provinces. Its energy and logistics division supplies fuel, operates one of the largest tanker fleets, and provides critical services to oil operations in the nation’s busiest basins. The company supports a portfolio of brands in supply chain, retail operations, logistics, technology, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing. Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and led by CEO Adam Wright, Pilot Company emphasizes a people‑first culture, founding values, and a commitment to giving back.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Military candidates are encouraged to apply.

About the role

Pilot Company is seeking an Internal Communications Intern for the summer of 2027. The intern will support team‑member engagement and help shape the internal narrative by creating compelling stories, new content, and exploring ways to connect with employees. The position offers collaboration with internal and external communications teams and exposure to various business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Help create team‑member spotlights for newsletters, digital screens, and other internal channels.
• Support the creation and storytelling of engaging content for internal audiences through videography, photography, and blog writing.
• Architect and curate a centralized digital asset management (DAM) system to tag, organize, and archive raw footage, photography, and final edit masters.

Qualifications

• Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Graphic Design, or a related creative field.
• Technical Skills: Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud or video content creation is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Flexible and adaptable; able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment; strong verbal communication; capable of translating complex ideas for others; open to feedback; comfortable working with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience: Involvement in communications or leadership activities is a plus.
• Qualities: Driven, reliable, authentic, and welcoming.

Additional Information

• The interview process includes a 30‑minute screening with a recruiter, a 30‑minute interview with the internal communications team, and a final 30‑minute interview with communications leaders.
• The company’s culture is built on four core virtues—Driven, Reliable, Authentic, and Welcoming—and interns experience these values daily.