About the role#
This paid internship program offers an 11-week experience during the summer of 2027. You will work on hands-on projects while gaining insight into the supermarket industry. The program focuses on building leadership skills and business knowledge through a team-based environment.
What you'll do#
- Work on meaningful projects across areas like finance, strategy, analytics, and consumer insights.
- Attend Lunch & Learn sessions with business leaders to gain organizational perspective.
- Participate in professional development activities and community service through Food Lion Feeds.
- Learn how the finance function supports company strategy and store operations.
- Deliver a final presentation to business leaders at the end of the program.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program with a concentration in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Marketing, or Supply Chain Management.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0, verified by a transcript submitted with your application.
- Permanent employment authorization or US citizenship.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and interact with all levels of the organization.
- Initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to solve problems independently.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.
Location & details#
- Location: Salisbury, North Carolina.
- Modality: On-site.
- Dates: May 17, 2027, through August 4, 2027.
- Status: Full-time.
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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