About the role#
This is a full-time, 11-week paid summer internship based in Salisbury, North Carolina. You will work within the Merchandising department to gain a practical understanding of the supermarket industry. The program focuses on developing your business knowledge and leadership skills through hands-on projects and team collaboration.
What you'll do#
You will work on projects involving strategy, innovation, analytics, consumer insights, and business development. Your primary learning objectives include understanding the Food Lion strategy of Easy, Fresh, and Affordable, as well as the role of category management. You will gain a fundamental understanding of the 4 P's and how they support company goals. Throughout the summer, you will participate in community service, attend Lunch & Learn sessions with business leaders, and deliver a final presentation on your work.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program, preferably in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or Marketing.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA and permanent US work authorization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to think innovatively and influence others without formal authority.
- A self-motivated approach with the ability to solve problems and make decisions.
- Willingness to learn multiple tasks and work effectively in a team environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Salisbury, North Carolina (On-site).
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Housing and transportation are provided if needed.
About Food Lion
Food Lion is a retail grocery company founded in 1957. Based in Salisbury, North Carolina, the company operates across 10 states in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions. It employs 82,000 associates to serve more than 10 million customers each week. The organization manages hunger-relief initiatives through its Food Lion Feeds program.
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