Quality Programs Internship

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling in Grand Rapids, MI offers a full-time, 12-week Quality Programs Internship for undergrads or grad students pursuing business, food science, technology, or engineering. The role runs Summer 2027 and pays $23 per hour, with travel to Midwest and West facilities.

You will support the Corporate Quality group, gain hands-on exposure to standardization and plant performance, and develop professional skills alongside mentors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree with 0–2 years of related work experience.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

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 internship position with a professional approach
• Collaborates with team members and builds relationships with customers, leaders, and peers within the company
• Other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree

Driver's license

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 2028

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

The Quality Programs Internship is a full-time paid position for a current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Food Science, Technology, Engineering, or related programs. This internship will support our Corporate Quality group at Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling for approximately 12 weeks during Summer 2027. This position will be based in Grand Rapids, MI but may also include significant travel to our manufacturing facilities across the Midwest and West. The Quality Programs Intern will gain exposure to a variety of project-based work focused on improving corporate standardization and our plants’ operational and financial performance. Ideal candidates will have an interest in pursuing a career in manufacturing quality or quality systems upon graduation. Candidates must have reliable automobile transportation, a valid driver’s license, and auto insurance coverage at least to the minimum amount specified by the Company and state law.

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.