About the role#
This internship places you on our Merchandising Strategies & Support team for the summer of 2027. You will gain hands-on experience by working directly with data that drives our wholesale operations. At the end of the program, you will present your findings to our Executive Leadership Team.
What you'll do#
- Analyze sales data, market trends, and supply chain performance.
- Assist the team in optimizing product assortment and pricing strategies.
- Support inventory management initiatives.
- Present your insights to the Executive Leadership Team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a business management, business analysis, or similar degree program.
- Junior or senior standing is preferred, though recent graduates are also welcome to apply.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Solid communication skills and a willingness to ask questions.
- Initiative, a desire to learn, and the ability to follow direction.
- A genuine interest in supply chain management, logistics, and the grocery industry.
- Ability to commit to a full-time, 40-hour per week schedule for the 10-week duration.
- Reliable attendance throughout the program.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, on-site internship located in Kansas City, Kansas.
- The program runs from May 25, 2027, through July 30, 2027.
- This role is full-time and requires 40 hours per week.
About Associated Wholesale Grocers
Associated Wholesale Grocers is a cooperative food wholesaler that supplies independently owned supermarkets. Founded in 1924, the company operates across 33 states. It supports 1,100 member companies and 3,500 locations through nine wholesale division centers. Beyond distribution, the company provides real estate services, supermarket development, and pharmaceutical products. It is based in Kansas City, Kansas, and employs over 2,500 people.
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