Campus Intern

Sodexo; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and supportive environment

Training and advancement

comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Campus Intern at Minnesota State University, Mankato. This full-time internship offers hands-on learning in food service, facilities, administration, and guest relations, with varying shifts and open availability encouraged.

You will gain exposure to event preparation, inventory management, and large-scale food operations while aligning with Sodexo’s standards and leadership principles. No prior experience is required, and you’ll be supported through a structured program.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a college degree or related coursework.
• Interest in hospitality, food service, facilities management, or events.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations across food service, maintenance, cleaning and other functions.
• Learn and follow department guidelines, procedures and safety standards.
• Assist with inventory, data entry, filing and reporting as needed.
• Participate in Sodexo internship program and related activities.
• Walk, stand and lift up to 50 pounds as required during shifts.

Skills

Food service

Culinary

Facilities management

Accounting

Human resources

Clerical

Marketing

Sustainability

Education

College student status

Job description

Campus Intern

Location: MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY MANKATO - 11870001

Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $15.50 per hour - $15.50 per hour

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do: As a Campus Intern at Sodexo, you will perform and train in various responsibilities under their career concentration, such as food service, culinary, facilities management, accounting, human resources, clerical, marketing, sustainability, premium services, warehouse management, or general operations. This role offers hands‑on learning experiences in event preparation, service execution, inventory management, and guest relations, providing exposure to large‑scale food and beverage operations. Throughout the internship, the intern will gain valuable insight into Sodexo’s business practices, operational standards, and leadership principles, while contributing to the team’s overall success. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Sodexo may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Support daily operations by assisting frontline teams in food service, maintenance, cleaning, equipment use, cooking, serving, and other functions across various facilities.
• Learn and follow department guidelines, operating procedures, and safety standards, providing feedback as needed.
• Perform day‑to‑day assignments, special projects, and other duties as assigned, including event preparation, setup, and service support.
• Assist with inventory, data entry, filing, reporting, and updating documentation as needed.
• May be part of a formal Sodexo internship program.
• Significant walking or other means of mobility.
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time, throughout the entire duration of a shift, which may exceed 8 hours.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

What You Bring:

• In pursuit of a college degree.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in hospitality, food service, facility management, or event management.
• No experience required.

Link to full Job description (https://sodexo.paradox.ai/Usv4vuuR)

What We Offer:

• Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.
• Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career
• Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more.
• In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site‑specific benefits, including free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking.

Link to benefits summary (https://ai-client-static-host.s3.amazonaws.com/upload/0cb81470b79549eaa37e71c511157d9b/English%20Benefit%20Guide.pdf)

Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process.

Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process.

Who we are:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.