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Wakefern Food Corp. · 2 weeks ago

Supply Chain / Logistics Internship

New Jersey, United States

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$18/hr - $19/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States, supporting its members' retail operations. The Supply Chain / Logistics Internship offers students hands-on experience in warehouse management, operational excellence, and logistics, preparing them for a successful career in supply chain.

Food and BeverageRetailRetail Technology

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Carly Costanza, MBA

Responsibilities

Monitor new procedures, policies, and technologies to ensure efficiency and compliance

Inspect work areas regularly to uphold high standards of cleanliness and safety

Oversee work quality and service levels to meet or exceed customer expectations. Assist in resolving operational issues that impact order fulfillment and delivery timelines

Learn to operate Warehouse Management Systems, including SAP and RAPID

Work in a refrigerated or dry warehouse (warehouse environment varies based on location placed in)

Maintain items record, document necessary information, and utilize reports to project warehouse status

Identify areas of improvement and establish innovatively or adjust existing work procedures and practices

5 days on site - no remote work

Wear OSHA-Compliant Steel Toe or Composite Safety Boots when in the warehouse is required

Bilingual Spanish / English is a plus, but not required

Provide coverage for the Shift Supervisors, working any 5 of the 7-days, including weekends, holidays, vacations, and peak volume periods. Interns work 40 hours per week

Operate mobile equipment, specifically a single pallet jack. No prior certification required; comprehensive on-the-job training provided

Various projects as assigned

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementBusiness AnalyticsWarehouse Management SystemsSAPMS OfficeAnalytical SkillsCustomer Service SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Must be at least 18 years old

Must have completed 24 college credits with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or better

Will be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate school for fall

Successful completion of a substance abuse test is required

Successful completion of a background check is required

Reliable transportation is required

Strong interpersonal, analytical, and customer service skills with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively

Excellent communication skills (written, oral, and presentation)

Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required)

Ability to exhibit proper business etiquette when dealing with all levels of the organization

Must have flexibility with regard to schedule which is working 5 out of 7-days including weekends, holidays, vacations and peak volume weeks (interns will work 40 hours per week)

Preferred

Bilingual Spanish / English is a plus, but not required

Previous work experience in a retail environment is beneficial

Benefits

Vibrant Food Centric Culture

Corporate Training and Development University

Collaborative Team Environment

Educational Workshops

Networking Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

Company

Wakefern Food Corp.

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Wakefern Food Corp. is employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services.

Founded in 1946

Keasbey, New Jersey, USA

10001+ employees

http://www2.wakefern.com

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