Ben E. Keith Company · 5 months ago
ASPIRE Internship - North Carolina Division
Linwood, NC
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringBen E. Keith Company is a leading food and beverage distributor with over a century of experience in the industry. They are offering the ASPIRE Internship Program, which is a paid, 11-week rotational experience designed for students to gain a comprehensive understanding of operations within the foodservice distribution sector.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Over the course of the internship, you’ll rotate through multiple departments, gaining a well-rounded view of how our business operates
Areas of focus include: Administration (Credit, Accounting, HR), Sales, Operations, Logistics, Purchasing
In Each Department, You’ll Engage In Small, Impactful Projects That Will Deepen Your Understanding Of The Business
You’ll Also Work On a Group Project With Fellow Interns, Culminating In a Final Presentation To Senior Leadership
Previous Group Projects Have Explored Topics Such As Attracting, engaging and developing talent, Enhancing the intern experience, Solving supply chain challenges, Streamlining processes to reduce friction points
By the end of the program, you’ll have developed a solid understanding of the U.S. food supply chain and how Ben E. Keith Foods plays a key role in it
Qualification
Required
Actively enrolled students entering their senior year or current seniors
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Submit a resume with application for consideration
Apply to preferred location
Responsible for securing housing for the internship's duration
Relatives of current Ben E. Keith employees are not eligible to apply
Preferred
Pursuing degrees in fields such as Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Management, Finance, Economics, Animal Sciences, Meat Sciences, Technology, or related disciplines
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
401K with matching contribution
Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Educational Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and holidays
Employee Credit Union
Company
Ben E. Keith Company
Ben E. Keith celebrates over 115 years of distribution excellence in the food and beverage distribution business. Ben E.
Founded in 1906
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jim Ashley
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Jeff Shaffer
Chief Information Security Officer
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