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ASPIRE Internship - Amarillo Division

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Amarillo

AI generated summary

  • You must be a rising senior or current senior with a 3.0+ GPA, actively enrolled in a relevant degree program, and able to secure housing for the internship duration.
  • You will rotate through departments, engage in impactful projects, collaborate on a group project, and present findings to senior leadership, gaining insights into the food supply chain.

Requirements

  • The Ben E. Keith ASPIRE Internship is open to actively enrolled students entering their senior year or who are current seniors.
  • Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and must submit a resume with their application for consideration.
  • You must apply to your preferred location and be responsible for securing housing for the internship’s duration.
  • We’re seeking highly motivated seniors and rising seniors pursuing degrees in fields such as Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Management, Finance, Economics, Animal Sciences, Meat Sciences, Technology, or related disciplines.
  • A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.

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.

FAQs

What is the duration of the ASPIRE Internship program?

The ASPIRE Internship program lasts for 11 weeks.

When does the internship program start and end?

The internship program starts on May 19, 2025, and ends on August 1, 2025.

What is the minimum GPA required to apply for the internship?

A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required to apply for the internship.

Who is eligible to apply for the ASPIRE Internship?

The internship is open to actively enrolled students entering their senior year or current seniors.

Are interns responsible for their own housing?

Yes, interns are responsible for securing their own housing for the duration of the internship.

What areas will interns rotate through during the program?

Interns will rotate through Administration, Sales, Operations, Logistics, and Purchasing.

Will there be a group project during the internship?

Yes, interns will work on a group project that culminates in a final presentation to senior leadership.

Is the ASPIRE Internship paid?

Yes, the ASPIRE Internship is a paid opportunity.

What type of degrees are preferred for applicants to the internship?

Preferred degrees include Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Management, Finance, Economics, Animal Sciences, Meat Sciences, Technology, or related disciplines.

What kind of benefits does Ben E. Keith provide to its employees?

Ben E. Keith provides benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contributions, Profit-Sharing Plan, Employee Assistance Program, and more.

Is Ben E. Keith an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Delivering quality since 1906

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1906
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Ben E. Keith celebrates over 115 years of distribution excellence in the food and beverage distribution business. Ben E. Keith is a privately held company employing over 6,000 associates. Our values stress a commitment to our employees, as they are our strength and the key to the success – past, present and future. At Ben E. Keith we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strength, and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face.