Operations Automation Internship

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling; West Dundee (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Health screenings

Job summary

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling in West Dundee, IL seeks an Operations Automation Intern for Summer 2027. This full-time paid internship is for current undergraduates pursuing Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or related disciplines and runs roughly 12 weeks.

The role supports the Distribution Center by working on project-based efforts to improve performance and to implement new automation technologies, including an automated layer pick solution and automated guided vehicles, under

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/General Education Diploma and currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree with 0 to 2 years of related work experience
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks, activities, and projects with guidance from Intern Manager
• Meet and/or exceed project deliverables and deadlines
• Develop technical expertise as needed for the functional area
• Develop business acumen by seizing learning opportunities
• Apply academic knowledge and skills to the internship with a professional approach
• Collaborate with team members and build relationships with customers, leaders, and peers
• Other duties as assigned

Education

HS Diploma / GED + pursuing Bachelor's or Master's

Job description

Join the leading beverage provider, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling!

• Shift: Full-Time, Summer 2027
• Hourly Pay Rate: $23
• Targeted Graduation Date: Between December 2027 - May/June 2028

If you enjoy our products, you’ll really enjoy being a part of our team!

The Operations Automation Internship is a full-time paid position for a current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or other process-focused business or engineering disciplines. This internship will support our Coca-Cola Distribution Center in West Dundee, IL for approximately 12 weeks during Summer 2027. The intern will gain exposure to a variety of project-based work focused on improving the Distribution Center’s operational and financial performance. They will support the implementation of new automation technologies within the warehouse, including an automated layer pick solution and automated guided vehicles. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in pursuing a career within the beverage industry after graduation.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform and accomplish tasks, activities, and projects with guidance from Intern Manager
• Meet and/or exceed project deliverables and deadlines
• Develop technical expertise as needed for functional area
• Develop business acumen by seizing opportunities to learn
• Apply functional academic knowledge and skills to the specific internship position with a professional approach
• Collaborates with members of their designated team and builds relationships with customers, leaders, and peers within the company
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/General Education Diploma and currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree with 0 to 2 years of related work experience
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Benefits

At the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well-being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, Paid Time Off, Retirement Benefits, and complimentary Health Screenings.

Equal Opportunity Employee & Physical Demands

Reyes Holdings and its businesses are equal opportunity employers. Company policy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. In addition, the Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.

Background Check and Drug Screening

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Pay Transparency

Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.