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.
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What Our Interns Have to Say
Operational Finance Intern
Gordon Food Service's internship is exciting, dynamic, and creative. I have had the opportunity to have full creative ownership over so many different projects, expanding my problem solving skills and my ability to tackle any type of challenge that comes my way.
Indirect Tax Intern
The Gordon Food Service internship is one to remember. The culture is so warm and welcoming and you will witness all seven of the Cornerstone Values. Along the way, you will meet and connect with amazing employers, peers, and mentors. You will also learn about things you want to do later in your career.
Continuous Improvement / OpEx Intern
Gordon Food Service contributed to my future career aspirations by allowing me to gain real world experience, as well as certifications in supply chain that will allow me to be more prepared for future career endeavors!
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.
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Who is Gordon Food Service?
LARGEST
Family-Operated Broad-Line Food Distribution Company in North America
BILLION
in Annual Revenue
We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve.
Gordon Food Service HBCU Internship Program
Our rotational Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Internship Program offers firsthand experience and meaningful projects that have an impact on our business. At our divisional offices you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals receiving mentorship, professional development and networking opportunities that will expose you to various aspects of our industry. We believe that by fostering a culture of learning, belonging, and innovation, we are able to nurture the next generation of leaders and change-makers. Let us help you shape your future career!
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