Position Overview
At C&S we are seeking energetic, motivated interns to join our growing organization. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in gaining hands on experience in the workplace. As an Intern at C&S, you will gain real world experience through interesting, challenging and meaningful work while contributing to the bottom line. C&S is the ideal place for you to make professional connections, get hands on skills and see the latest technological tools in action. You will have the opportunity to network with other interns and C&S employees, learn about different areas of the business and develop professionally. We'll teach you how to excel across areas such as: human resources, sales, marketing, finance, procurement, information technology and operations. Ours is a culture of friendly competition, which is critical to growing our business — and your success. We believe that our people are what make our business successful. With that in mind, we have created an internship program to coach, mentor, and develop individuals through experiential learning where they can directly apply content learned in the classroom.
Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our stores and our offices — every employee of C&S/SpartanNash and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As an Intern you will have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the wholesale grocery industry, contribute to meaningful projects, and better understand what goes into running one of the largest privately held companies in the US. You will have the opportunity to work alongside other interns and C&S employees to expand your network, participate in professional development opportunities, and enjoy some fun activities!
Responsibilities
- Assist in daily operations and administrative tasks within the assigned department.
- Support the preparation of presentations, reports, and other documentation.
- Collaborate with team members to improve processes and enhance efficiency.
- Attend meetings, take notes, and contribute ideas and insights.
- Aid in further enhancing department tools, templates and methodologies
- Gain exposure and knowledge on department functionalities
- Develop positive professional relationships across departments
- Complete special projects as assigned by your manager
- Complete an end-of-internship presentation to showcase the completion of learning objectives
- Support projects involving web and mobile applications used in the warehouses and by customers
- Work independently and with team members to develop, test, debug web and mobile solutions in a variety of platforms using Scrum and Agile practices
- Adhere to best practice cloud architecture, development and project methodologies / standards
What we offer
- Meaningful, hands on work experience tied to your course of study
- Opportunities for professional development through online courses and instructor lead workshops
- Dedicated mentor and buddy support to enhance your experience and provide shadowing opportunities
- Social events and team building activities and experiences with fellow interns and department
- Networking opportunities with managers and leaders across the organization
- Paid Internship
- 12-week internship from May to August
- Location: Houston (hybrid)
We're searching for interns that are
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science program from an accredited university
- Sophomore or Junior year standing by the start of the internship
- In good academic standing, with a preferred minimum GPA of 3.0
- Proficient with Google's suite of products (preferred)
- Have proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required)
- Proficient with React, Native, Node JS, Rest, Java, Databases (preferred)
- Experience with web and mobile application development
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrate strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively
- Are organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Bring curiosity, initiative and willingness to learn and contribute
Note: Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with C&S Wholesale Grocers (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT/CPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).
Qualifications
Attendance, High School Diploma - General Studies, Initiative, Productivity, Quality, Safety, Values
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
About Our Company
C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.
Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
