About the role#
This 12-week paid internship provides hands-on experience within the Food Safety and Quality department. You will work alongside industry professionals to gain insight into how we maintain standards for our products across North America. The role includes a specific food safety project, mentorship, and opportunities to shadow various teams within the organization.
What you'll do#
- Evaluate imported and commodity products to ensure they meet established safety and quality standards.
- Review product specifications, ingredient lists, and processing methods.
- Facilitate the approval process for product specifications.
- Examine supplier documentation to verify adherence to safety and quality protocols.
- Complete a specific food safety project relevant to the department.
- Participate in workshops to develop personal and professional skills.
- Engage in community and stewardship efforts.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Food Safety, Biology, Environmental Engineering, or related fields.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Wyoming, Michigan.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment type: Full-time.
About Gordon Food Service
Gordon Food Service is a family-operated broadline food service distributor. Founded in 1897, the company maintains its headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It supplies food products to operators across the United States and Canada. The organization also runs over 170 retail stores that are open to the public.
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