Intern - Marketing

Food Lion; Milford Terrace (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Transportation provided

Job summary

Food Lion offers a 11-week paid Summer Internship in Marketing, located in Salisbury, NC. Interns participate in projects across Marketing, Ecommerce, and Strategy & Innovation while developing leadership and business skills. Housing and transportation support are provided, with opportunities to learn from business leaders through Lunch & Learn sessions.

Applicants should be enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and possess U.S. work authorization.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA 3.0 is required; transcript to be provided with resume.
• Permanent employment authorization/US citizenship is required.
• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program when applying.

Responsibilities

• Projects may fall under Marketing, Ecommerce, Strategy & Innovation, Consumer Insight, and Business development.
• Engage in learning activities and present outcomes at program end.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team oriented

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Enrolled in Bachelor's or Master's program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Category/Area of Expertise:

Marketing

Job Requisition:

547995

Address:

USA-NC-Salisbury-2110 Executive Drive

Store Code:

Brand HR VP (5172866)

At Food Lion, Associates are the most important assets to our organization. We want associates to have meaningful careers full of variety and challenges. Each associate contributes to the overall success of Food Lion, and in return, we strive to provide all associates with a fulfilling work experience and reward performance and commitment. We are committed to the professional development of our associates through on-the-job learning opportunities and training.

Program Overview

Internship positions are available for a broad range of challenging assignments. Our Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity to learn more about the complex supermarket industry. Internship participants will have the ability to develop the leadership skills and business knowledge they will need to begin their career. This internship experience is an opportunity to work on projects that are meaningful and hands-on. Throughout the summer, interns will work in a team environment designed to promote and reward individuality, innovation, leadership, and strong business results.

Program Details

• 11-Week paid summer internship
• Community service opportunities supporting Food Lion Feeds
• Career development and professional enhancement via learning activities
• Lunch & Learn sessions with business leaders
• End of program presentation to business leaders

• Housing provided
• Transportation provided, if needed

Program Qualifications

• Minimum GPA 3.0 is required ***All applicants are expected to provide a copy of their transcript with their resume showing they meet this requirement****
• Permanent employment authorization/ US citizenship
• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program when applying

Required Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization
• Self-Motivated
• Team-oriented thinking
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job
• Good judgment solving problems and making decisions
• Ability to take initiative and ask questions, learn quickly and strive for results.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations

Key Responsibilities/Project Details

Projects may fall under any of the following areas: Marketing, Ecommerce, Strategy & Innovation, Consumer Insight, and Business development

Internship Key Dates:

• Postings Early Fall
• Interview and Selection - November- December
• Internship dates: May 17, 2027, through August 4, 2027

Skills and Abilities

• Self-management
• Initiative
• Results driven
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Market Research
• Storytelling
• Marketing skills
• Ability to use computers and other technical systems required to perform job functions

Required Skills/Education: Function Specific

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to think innovatively
• Ability to influence without authority
• Excellent organizational, planning, influence, communication, and presentation skills
• Self-motivated and persuasive in presenting and selling ideas and executing their implementation
• Prefer degree with concentration in Marketing, Business Management, Retail Management, Supply-Chain Management.

Learning Objectives:

• Fully understand the Food Lion strategy of Easy, Fresh, and Affordable. You Can Count on Food Lion Every Day.
• Understand the concept of a selling organization, and the role that Marketing plays in bringing our strategy to life in our stores.
• Become versed in Digital Marketing, Ecommerce, Creative, Loyalty
• Fundamental Understanding of the 4 P's, and how we execute them to deliver our overall company strategy

Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions) national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please contact our Recruiting Department at [e-mail]