Summer 2026 Internship: Internal Audit

Smith & Wesson is seeking a highly motivated Intern to join our Internal Audit team for Summer 2026! This internship opportunity will provide hands-on experience and exposure to various functions within our Internal Audit department.

May 18th-Aug 14th

Location, Schedule, & Compensation:

In-office/non-remote

Maryville, TN

40 hours per week

Monday-Friday

Paid

Education and Experience:

• Junior or senior currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience or interest in the manufacturing industry

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting.
• Reviews financial transactions or reports for accuracy.
• Review the work performed by internal audit personnel.
• Participate in preparing the SOX Risk Assessment.
• Ability to define issues, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

NOTE:  This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Competencies and Skills:      

• Good command of the English language in both verbal and written skills
• Self-motivated worker with a high level of organization and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Excel formula skills required
• Solid communication and analytical skills a must
• Familiarity and willingness to work in a deadline-oriented, fast paced environment
• Proficiency in data entry systems

Physical Demands:   

• Works in an office environment.         
• Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally.

NOTE:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:

Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

The following Personal Protective Equipment is required: Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection are required when on the manufacturing floor. The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Updated 1/27/2026