Field Operations Intern

Are you passionate about leadership operations and creating exceptional experiences for guests and team members Pilot Company is seeking ambitious and driven students to join our Field Leadership Academy Internship Program for Summer 2027. This unique leadership development experience is designed for students interested in pursuing a long-term career in retail operations and store leadership. 

The Field Leadership Academy is a 10-week rotational internship that provides hands-on exposure to Pilots retail operations while connecting participants with leaders across multiple areas of the business. Through meaningful experiences mentorship and structured development youll gain firsthand insight into what it takes to lead high-performing teams drive operational excellence and build a career path toward Assistant Manager General Manager and Field Leadership roles. The program is designed to create a clear pathway from internship to future full-time leadership opportunities within Pilot Company 

What Youll Do 

• Participate in a structured 10-week rotational leadership experience across key areas of Pilots operations.

• Gain hands-on experience supporting daily store operations team leadership guest service and operational execution.

• Shadow and learn from store regional and divisional leaders to better understand Pilots leadership culture and business strategy.

• Explore cross-functional areas including store operations food operations Human Resources and field support functions.

• Complete a capstone project that showcases your learning and provides recommendations to support business objectives.

• Build relationships with leaders and mentors who will support your professional growth throughout the internship and beyond.

• Create an individualized career development and conversion plan focused on future leadership opportunities within Pilot Company. 

Why Pilot Company 

At Pilot our purpose is to show people they matter at every turn. We believe our future success depends on leaders who can create exceptional guest experiences build strong teams and deliver operational excellence. The Field Leadership Academy was designed to help develop the next generation of those leaders by providing meaningful experiences executive exposure and a structured path toward future career opportunities.

Our culture is built on four core virtues: Driven Reliable Authentic and Welcoming. Throughout the internship youll see these values in action while learning from leaders who are committed to your growth and development. 

This is a full-time paid 10-week summer internship hosted in select Pilot markets across the United States. Participants will receive ongoing mentorship career development support and a personalized conversion plan designed to prepare them for future store leadership opportunities following graduation 

Potential Career Path 

Field Leadership Academy Intern Store Leadership Opportunity Assistant Manager Development General Manager Field Leadership

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For 

• Currently pursuing a bachelors degree with an expected graduation date within 6 to 12 months following the internship.

• Strong interest in retail operations hospitality business management or leadership development. 

• Desire to pursue a long-term career in store or field leadership.

• Demonstrated leadership experience through work student organizations athletics volunteer activities or other experiences. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization. 

• Adaptability initiative and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced operational environment. 

• Ability to travel within assigned host markets during the internship program.

Additional Information :

• Fuel Discount
• Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Schedule
• Weekly Pay

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time