Corporate Development Intern (Summer 2027)

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc. in Oklahoma City is seeking a Corporate Development Intern for Summer 2027. The role focuses on researching, analyzing, and reporting on strategic opportunities while gaining exposure to Love's leadership.

This paid internship provides structured training in finance and corporate development, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and potential for full-time opportunities after graduation, with some travel involved.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Currently enrolled in a four-year university program (sophomore level or above).
• Past internship experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle confidential information discreetly and responsibly with potential company impact.
• Research, organize, and communicate information from multiple sources related to corporate development opportunities.
• Identify and mine internal and external sources and market opportunities to attract new customers and generate business opportunities.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Critical thinking

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Currently enrolled in four-year university program (sophomore level or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Corporate Development Intern (Summer 2027)

Location: Oklahoma City, OK, US, 73120

Welcome to Love's College Intern Program: The Love’s college internship program is frequently referred to as the best in Oklahoma City. This rapidly growing program provides opportunities for students in multiple areas of the business to receive employee level experience, not just busy work. Students gain valuable knowledge that they can’t get in a classroom; they are guided through proper etiquette of a professional corporate setting. With a high percentage of full time offers, Love’s takes the time to invest not only in the students, but in their future.

Internship Activities: Over the course of the summer, Love’s interns also participate in the following:

• Experience multiple business operations
• Q&A sessions with executives
• Participation in Greater Grads: InternOKC
• Community volunteering activities
• Social-networking events
• Instructor led Training (Technical and Soft Skills)
• Structured performance feedback
• Formal presentation to Love’s leadership

The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of tasks/projects that address the needs of the Corporate Development department and to facilitate a learning opportunity. The intern will assist in the effort for researching, analyzing, and reporting on businesses, new products, and other strategic opportunities for Love’s Family of Companies.

Job Functions

• Handle and be discreet with confidential information which would have immediate impact on the company and counterparties if shared beyond its intended audience and relevant company management
• Research, organize and communicate information from various sources related to corporate development opportunities
• Identify and mine internal and external sources and market opportunities to attract new customers and generate business development opportunities
• Could require occasional travel

Experience and Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required
• Currently enrolled in four-year university program,a sophomore level or above (pursing a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance)
• Past internship experience a plus but not required

Skills and Physical Demands

• Strong communication, listening, and critical thinking skills
• Extremely well organized with attention to detail
• Computer skills, including heavy use of Microsoft Office products
• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator
• Requires normal range of hearing and vision

Love's Family of Companies encourages growth within the Company and the development of it's employees. Please make sure you have supervisor or manager approval prior to applying for a different position within the Company.