Summer Internship - Beer Careers

Coldist; Kent (WA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

24/7 virtual care

Paid vacation

Sick and holiday time

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Columbia Distributing’s Beer Careers Internship Program offers a paid, 10-week summer experience for college students to gain hands-on business exposure, leadership development, and industry insight.

Interns work on meaningful projects in Operations or Commercial Sales, with field experience in warehouse, merchandising, and delivery ride-along. The program connects students with leaders and supports a Capstone Project, within one of the Pacific Northwest's largest beverage distributors.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a junior (rising senior) in a bachelor’s program.
• Preferred majors: Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related fields.
• Demonstrated leadership through academics, extracurriculars, or community involvement.
• Must be 21+ at start of internship.
• Driver's license and auto-liability insurance as per state law.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally during trade exposure days.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with mentors and department leaders to support ongoing business projects.
• Participate in field operations to gain hands-on experience in warehouse, delivery, and merchandising processes.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and contribute recommendations to improve efficiency or outcomes.
• Develop and deliver a Capstone Project addressing a real business challenge.
• Engage in weekly leadership and professional development workshops.
• Represent Columbia Distributing’s core values: integrity, accountability, respect, and trust.

Skills

Collaboration

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Time management

Organization

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree (in progress or completed)

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Kickstart your career in the beverage industry through Columbia Distributing's Beer Careers Internship Program, a paid, 10-week summer experience designed for college students eager to gain hands-on business exposure, leadership development, and industry insight.

Interns work directly on meaningful projects within their assigned department (Operations or Commercial Sales), while also gaining field experience by participating in warehouse, merchandising, and delivery ride-along.

This program provides students with a unique opportunity to connect with leaders, contribute to impactful projects, and explore career paths within one of the largest beverage distributors in the Pacific Northwest.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with mentors and department leaders to support ongoing business projects.
• Participate in field operations to gain hands-on experience with warehouse, delivery, and merchandising processes.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and contribute recommendations to enhance efficiency or business outcomes.
• Develop and deliver a Capstone Project that addresses a real business challenge.
• Engage in weekly leadership and professional development workshops.
• Represent Columbia Distributing's core values of integrity, accountability, respect, and trust.
• Results-driven with a strong work ethic.
• Curious and eager to learn from hands-on experiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask, adapt, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration, organization, and time management skills.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Currently enrolled as a junior (rising senior) in an accredited bachelor's program.
• Preferred majors: Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related fields.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through academics, extracurriculars, or community involvement.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older at the start of the internship.
• Ability to secure and maintain a valid driver's license and auto-liability insurance in accordance with state laws.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally during trade exposure days.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly rate: Competitive hourly rate.
• Eligible for overtime as applicable.
• Access to company events, leadership sessions and learning opportunities.
• Networking opportunities with company leaders and suppliers.

The internship combines office and field settings. Trade days involve time in warehouses, retail environments, or on delivery routes. Some travel within the Pacific Northwest may be required.

Columbia Distributing offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 24/7 virtual care, paid vacation, sick and holiday time, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Additional offerings inclu

AAP/EEO Statement

Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please contact the Human Resources Dept. at [phone] or email [e-mail] if you have questions regarding reasonable accommodations.

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