Internships
Looking to be a part of something extraordinary? Discover exciting internship opportunities that will prepare you for a successful career.
About Our
Internship Program
Our 12-week paid internship program offers firsthand experience and meaningful projects that have an impact. Throughout the program, you’ll be exposed to various aspects of the foodservice industry while working alongside business professionals. You’ll receive mentorship, professional development and networking opportunities designed to help you build connections, your career and the future.
Questions regarding our internship program? Please email internship@gfs.com.
Join Our Team
Explore opportunities and kickstart your career.
Finance
Our rotational summer finance internship provides students with the opportunity to gain a broad understanding of different finance career paths, develop technical and soft skills, and network with professionals at Gordon Food Service.
Marketing & Merchandising
Join the dynamic events team, create engaging marketing campaigns, or play a vital role in optimizing product offerings and pricing for maximum sales and profitability.
Supply Chain
Dive into business analytics and forecasting to ensure our products are available when and where they’re needed. Learn inventory management techniques to streamline our supply chain operations.
Information Technology
Gain practical experience on application development, cybersecurity, and Google Cloud platform solutions. Collaborate with experienced professionals in world of IT operations.
Human Resources
Get exposed to Human Resource Information Systems and learn about compliance and compensation practices. Engage with employee relations and participate in recruiting, talent development, and benefits management.
Alex Cook
Finance Credit Analyst Intern
“I grew so much during my internship, both in my technical skills and as a professional. It was incredible to get mentorship directly from senior leaders, and seeing your own work go live and make a real impact is one of the most rewarding parts of the experience.”
Grace Colburn
Compensation Analyst Intern
“My internship at Gordon Food Service allowed me to gain hands-on experience in my future field. Rather than learning through observation or assigning insignificant tasks, the leaders at GFS allowed us to become core members of their teams for the summer. It was clear that our contributions mattered and our insights were appreciated!”
Lee Wang
Finance Credit Analyst Intern
“I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to intern at Gordon Food Service. Beyond the technical skills I gained, what stood out the most was the company’s commitment to people and its culture of support and collaboration. From the onboarding process to the mentorship and team interactions, every part of the experience reinforced that GFS truly invests in its interns.”
Frequently Asked Questions
- Candidates must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s program at a four year accredited college or university
- Candidates major must be related to the internship for which they applied
- Candidates must be in entering their Junior or Senior year by the start of their internship
- Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Must be authorized to work in the US
Yes, interns are hourly employees.
This is a 12 week program that starts in May and ends in August.
Gordon Food Service offers housing at no cost to interns a part of our Home Office Program that do not reside in Kent County, MI. Housing is not provided to interns based out of our Atlanta Tech Hub.
Housing may be provided to interns a part of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Programs. You can discuss housing during your interview with your recruiter.
You can browse our current openings and learn more about working here.
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US DIVISION INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Get a Head Start on Your Career & Gain Real-World Corporate Experience
In conjunction with our Gordon Food Service Partner Colleges and Universities, GFS Future Makers Program offers an exciting paid opportunity to experience different careers at our divisional offices. Each week, you will “journey” through a different department, learning what they do, how they do it, and how their work plays a role in the overall picture.
Each summer, we host a paid 10-week rotational internship program that allows students from our partner colleges to job-shadow our teams including Human Resources, Marketing, Transportation, Finance, and more. Internships typically open in the Fall and close by year’s end. The goal of our program is to find and retain top talent to join our company after graduation. We hope you will apply today!
Have Questions? Reach out to DivisionInternships@gfs.com
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