About the role#
This 11-week internship provides hands-on experience in managing high-volume travel centers. You will work alongside experienced leaders to learn facility operations, team management, and customer service. The program focuses on applying academic skills to real-world scenarios while helping professional drivers and travelers.
What you'll do#
- Participate in training across store, fuel, food, and truck care operations.
- Develop business acumen by learning how to drive sales and manage costs.
- Learn team leadership, staffing, and employee development practices.
- Assist with merchandising, inventory management, and operational standards.
- Understand and help enforce safety, compliance, and company policies.
- Collaborate on a cross-functional project with other interns and leaders.
- Deliver customer service and resolve issues.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a 2- or 4-year degree program in business, management, hospitality, or a related field.
- Ability to navigate various computer programs and technology tools.
- Confidence interacting with customers and team members.
- Ability to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
- Physical ability to move around, talk, hear, see clearly, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Shepherdsville, Kentucky.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
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