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Position Overview

Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As an Intern at C&S, you will have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the wholesale grocery industry, contribute to meaningful projects, and better understand what goes into running one of the largest privately held companies in the US. You will have the opportunity to work alongside other interns and C&S employees to expand your network, participate in professional development opportunities, and enjoy some fun activities as well!

Job Description

• Assist in daily operations and administrative tasks within the assigned department.

• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, and other documentation.

• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and enhance efficiency.

• Attend meetings, take notes, and contribute ideas and insights.

• Aid in further enhancing department tools, templates and methodologies

• Gain exposure and knowledge on department functionalities

• Develop positive professional relationships across departments

• Complete special projects as assigned by your manager

• Complete an end-of-internship presentation to showcase the completion of learning objectives

• Support the purchasing of commodities for chains and independent customers, primarily fresh meat

• Work with the teams to fulfill current demands and forecast for seasonal fluctuations

• Support the procurement team in Fall 2025 Holiday planning and Fall 2025 Selling Shows.

• Review contracts, service level agreements, and pricing manuals to maintain standards

• Utilize internal tools and the USDA website to perform tasks and research

What we offer:

• Quality work experience tied to your course of study

• Opportunities for professional development through online courses and instructor lead activities

• Mentors/buddies to enhance your experience and provide shadowing opportunities

• Fun activities and experiences with fellow interns and department

• Networking opportunities with managers and leaders across the organization

• Compensation: 17/hr

• Full-time, 12-week internship from May to August

• Location: North Hatfield, MA

• Hybrid schedule

We’re searching for interns that are:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’sdegree program from an accredited university

• In good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or better

• Senior standing at the time of the internship

• Currently majoring in Supply Chain, Data Analytics, or Food Science

• Proficient with Google’s suite of products

• Proficient with Excel

• Strong communicator, both written and verbal

• Able to think outside of the box and solve problems

• Able to work both with a team and be independently successfully

• Able to stay organized and pay close attention to detail

Note: Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with C&S Wholesale Grocers (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).

Qualifications

Attendance, High School Diploma - General Studies, Initiative, Productivity, Quality, Safety, Values

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

Job Area: Buying - Perishable

Job Family: General & Administrative

Job Type: Intern

Job Code: JC0149

ReqID: R-258945