Internal Audit Intern

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

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Audit Intern - Summer 2026

Location : Lake Forest, IL (Hybrid : Remote with occasional onsite attendance for projects and events)

Company : PCA

PCA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Internal Audit Intern to join our team for Summer 2026. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial and operational auditing within a dynamic corporate environment. The role is hybrid, with remote work complemented by onsite participation for key initiatives and travel to operational sites as needed.

Internal Audit is responsible for risk and control assessment, high-impact special projects, and improving management's processes / controls on a company-wide basis. A key objective of the Internal Audit department is to develop high-potential individuals who desire to move into key positions within the company.

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications

Skills & Attributes

This internship is ideal for students looking to explore a career in internal audit, risk management, or corporate finance. You'll gain exposure to real-world audit practices and contribute to meaningful projects that support PCA's commitment to operational excellence and compliance.

All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled and other protected categories.

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