Operations Safety Intern- Summer 2027

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is offering a paid 12-week internship in Brattleboro, VT, designed to provide hands-on experience in wholesale grocery operations and supply chain support across New England and Pennsylvania.

You will gain exposure to presentations, reports, and process improvements, while collaborating with teams to enhance efficiency and safety programs. A mentor and buddy support will help you develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Will have completed Sophomore year by the internship start.
• Maintains a good academic standing, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Majoring in Occupational Health And Safety or related field.
• Proficient with Google Workspace.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrates problem solving and critical thinking.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations and administrative tasks within the assigned department.
• Support preparation of presentations, reports, and other documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and efficiency.
• Attend meetings, take notes, and contribute ideas.
• Aid in enhancing department tools, templates and methodologies.
• Gain exposure to department functionalities and cross‑department relationships.
• Complete special projects as assigned by your manager.
• Present end-of-internship learnings to showcase objectives achieved.
• Support warehouse safety engagement programs and regulatory initiatives.

Skills

Google Workspace

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Occupational Health And Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Overview

Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our stores and our offices — every employee of C&S/SpartanNash and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities. As an Intern you will have the unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the wholesale grocery industry, contribute to meaningful projects, and better understand what goes into running one of the largest privately held companies in the US. You will have the opportunity to work alongside other interns and C&S employees to expand your network, participate in professional development opportunities, and enjoy some fun activities!

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• This internship will support supply chain operations across the New England/I-91 corridor and Pennsylvania.
• Assist in daily operations and administrative tasks within the assigned department.
• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, and other documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and enhance efficiency.
• Attend meetings, take notes, and contribute ideas and insights.
• Aid in further enhancing department tools, templates and methodologies
• Gain exposure and knowledge on department functionalities
• Develop positive professional relationships across departments
• Complete special projects as assigned by your manager
• Complete an end‑of‑internship presentation to showcase the completion of learning objectives
• Support warehouse safety engagement programs to include safety committee meetings, safety blitzes, EHS walks, fatal risk audits, incident investigations, etc.
• Support warehouse safety regulatory compliance initiatives and IIPP (injury illness prevention program)
• Utilize the Benchmark Gensuite platform to complete tasks and projects
• Partner with Warehouse Operations, Field Training, Human Resources, etc on shared initiatives

What we offer:

• Paid, 12-week internship from May to August
• Meaningful, hands on work experience tied to your course of study
• Opportunities for professional development through online courses and instructor lead workshops
• Dedicated mentor and buddy support to enhance your experience and provide shadowing opportunities
• Social events and team building activities and experiences with fellow interns and department
• Networking opportunities with managers and leaders across the organization

We’re searching for interns that are:

• Are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program from an accredited college or university
• Will have completed their Sophomore year by the start of the internship.
• In good academic standing, with a preferred minimum GPA of 3.0
• Currently majoring in Occupational Health And Safety or related fields.
• Proficient with Google’s suite of products preferred
• Have proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required)
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrate strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Are organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Bring curiosity, initiative and willingness to learn and contribute

Note: Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or potentially at any point in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with C&S Wholesale Grocers (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT/CPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).

Qualifications

Attendance, High School Diploma - General Studies, Initiative, Productivity, Quality, Safety, Values

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC.

C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

Job Area: Safety

Job Family: General & Administrative

Job Code: JC0149

Job Type: Full time

ReqID: R-268779