Applied Learning Internship

Job Overview

The Applied Learning Internship Program provides on-the-job experiential learning, exposure to numerous business leaders and functions, and formal educational opportunities to students within the Consumer-Packaged Goods and Beverage (CPGB) industry. 

Interns work on function-specific business projects throughout the duration of the program with the support and guidance of their manager. Interns gain a broader understanding of the business and CPGB industry through guest speakers, customer field experiences, facility tours, and individual / team-based experiences (i.e., one-on-one meetings, team lunch, customer meetings, etc.). Additionally, interns participate as a cohort in numerous leadership development workshops intended to develop and refine professional skill sets.    

This is a part-time paid opportunity with potential to convert to full-time opportunity upon graduation based on intern’s performance and business hiring needs. Average weekly hours will range from 35-40 hours per week. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Gains exposure to business leaders representing a variety of functions such as Sales Operations, Customer Management, Warehouse, Product Supply Planning, Human Resources, Finance, and Marketing
• Performs day-to-day responsibilities in assigned role to gain experience, develop business acumen, and aid in project work/recommendations
• Performs quantitative and qualitative analysis in the assigned functional area to support business projects and objectives
• Prepares and presents project work/recommendations to business leaders at conclusion of program
• Participates in instructor-led and online learning, intern leadership development workshops, and off-site customer field experiences

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficient skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and a general understanding of data analysis techniques
• Collaborates, communicates, and develops relationships of trust with others in a way that is professional and impactful
• Asks questions to understand an issue from multiple angles and poses creative solutions to challenges
• Takes initiative to contribute to or positively affect change
• Prioritizes responsibilities and manages time to deliver commitments on time and to expectations
• Receives feedback and applies feedback to continuously improve work product and or performance

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Currently enrolled rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior pursuing an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university

Preferred Qualifications

• Related experience

Work Environment

May vary depending on assignment

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status..