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Opening Date: 9/3/2026

Closing Date: 10/23/2026

Company: Tennessee Valley Authority, Office of the Inspector General    

Announcement: 26-06

Location: Knoxville, TN   

Pay: Juniors - $22.02 hourly; Seniors - $23.65 hourly

Named one of the “Best Places to Work” in the federal government by the Partnership for Public Service, the TVA Office of the Inspector General is a federally mandated oversight organization charged with preventing and detecting fraud, waste, and abuse and fostering efficient and effective operations within the Tennessee Valley Authority. TVA is the largest government-owned electric utility in the United States, providing electricity to 10 million people in 7 states.

The audit internship program in the TVA Office of the Inspector General offers students an opportunity to work with professional auditors in diverse subject areas. You will gain relevant work experience and a context for your classroom learning. The program is structured to meet any internship requirements included in university curricula.

We have two Summer 2027 internships available in our Audits and Evaluations departments. Placement will be determined based on background and skill fit. Interns will be assigned to one of the following departments:

Contract Audits – Audits contractor compliance and pre-award proposals across TVA’s $6.8 billion annual contracting portfolio. Recent work includes identifying $34.4 million in potential overbillings and excessive payments, auditing nuclear maintenance contracts, and reviewing power transformer procurement across TVA’s 7-state footprint.

Financial and Operational Audits – Reviews TVA financial reporting, operational efficiency, and compliance with laws and regulations. Recent work spans TVA’s unmanned aircraft systems program, tool management controls, surplus inventory, and business practices compliance.

Information Technology Audits – Assesses cybersecurity controls and IT operations across TVA’s critical infrastructure. Recent work includes penetration testing of TVA’s network, evaluating transmission control center network cybersecurity, and reviewing third-party benefit provider security controls.

Evaluations – Operations – Performs risk-based and compliance reviews of TVA’s operational programs. Recent evaluations examined TVA’s Hydro Life Extension program (109 hydro units, 3,783 MW of capacity), contractor safety oversight, and demand response program effectiveness.

Evaluations – Projects – Assesses project management and contractor performance on TVA’s major capital investments. Recent work includes evaluations of nuclear plant capital projects, including a finding of $3.5 million in unauthorized billings.

BENEFITS

  • Bi-weekly pay at an hourly rate based on degree program.
  • Accrual of TVA and federal service time based on hours worked during internship period.
  • Meaningful work representative of actual audit responsibilities.
  • Parking or mass transit reimbursement.
  • Travel expense reimbursement (in accordance with TVA Travel Regulations) for authorized travel.
  • Reimbursement for safety equipment, as required, such as safety boots, hard hats, safety glasses, etc.
  • A housing allowance for approved relocation expenses (payable if the new official station is more than 50 miles from the intern’s residence).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s or graduate program accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. For those enrolled in a bachelor’s program, students must have completed their sophomore year.
  • Majors in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Statistics, Process Engineering, or related fields of study are desirable.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software.
  • Must be at least 18 years old and of no relation to an officer of TVA (VP or above).
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must pass pre-employment drug test and a background check, which includes a credit and criminal history check.

HOW TO APPLY

Email your resume and cover letter to oigcareers@tvaoig.gov by the closing date above. Include the Announcement Number (26-06) and the phrase “Audit Intern” in the subject line of your email. For more information about TVA OIG, visit tvaoig.gov/careers.

Please note the source where you viewed this job posting. For more information about TVA, visit www.tva.com.

Grow With Us

At the OIG, we clearly define roles and development paths so you can advance your career.

AUDITS & EVALUATIONS

Our Audits and Evaluations Team hires Auditors with all levels of experience. New college graduates will start in an entry-level role, while those with additional experience may start at a level II, III, or Senior level. Employees may also apply for Audit & Evaluations Manager or Director positions when they become available. Onboarding goals are provided at every level for new hires, regular feedback is provided to ensure your success, and employee development and training is available for every employee to support their career advancement.

 

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INVESTIGATIONS

New college graduates will start their career as a Special Agent, Level I. Candidates that have additional experience may start at a level II, III, or Senior level role. Employees may also apply for Assistant Special Agent In Charge or Special Agent In Charge positions when they become available. Fraud Examiners and Investigative Analysts also work within our Investigations team and have development and advancement opportunities within their career path.

 

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ADMINISTRATION

Our Administrative Team provides IT (systems administration, networking, end user support, software development, and data analysis), HR and Finance career advancement opportunities.

There are opportunities to learn new skills and define your career path in all of these areas. The Administrative Team supports the work of Special Agents, Auditors, and management, so there are numerous opportunities to build leadership and collaboration skills.

MEET YOUR RECRUITER

Adam Inklebarger

Adam graduated from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in May 2013 with a B.S. in Management. He spent two years as the OIG's HR intern before being hired for a full-time position upon graduation. Adam is currently the Senior Human Resources Consultant where he works on a variety of HR projects including serving as the office's primary recruiter. If you have any questions about employment opportunities with the TVA OIG, Adam would love to connect with you. You can reach Adam on the phone at (865) 633-7406 or by e-mail arinklebarger@tvaoig.gov. You can also find him on LinkedIn.

Adam Inklebarger

POLICIES

Citizenship

The OIG gives hiring preference to qualified United States citizens and other “protected individuals” (green card holders, asylees, etc.) for all job vacancies. Between qualified United States citizens and other protected individuals, the OIG gives hiring preference to equally qualified born or naturalized United States citizens.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The TVA OIG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or age. Any applicant or employee who believes he or she has a discrimination claim—to include harassment or retaliation—must contact TVA's Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days in order to file a claim.

Veterans

If you are a United States military veteran and wish to claim veteran's preference, all veteran documents must be received by the closing date of the position.