Wellbeing Intern

The GIANT Company; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The GIANT Company invites motivated students to join its 2027 Summer Internship Program for a 10-week, hands-on experience in Carlisle, PA, with on-the-job learning and leadership exposure.

Applicants should have a 3.0 GPA, be at least a sophomore, and prefer a dietetics or health-focused major. You’ll work with dietitians, merchandising and marketing teams to promote healthier choices for customers and communities. In-person work is required 3 days per week.

Qualifications

• GPA minimum of 3.0
• Candidates must be at least a sophomore in college
• Dietetics or health-focused major preferred

Responsibilities

• Partner with dietitians to execute shopper marketing programs
• Support planning, coordination, and execution of campaigns
• Collaborate with merchandising to identify healthier food options
• Analyze sales data to grow healthy food sales
• Research consumer health and wellness trends
• Contribute to health and wellbeing strategy development
• Work with Marketing, Merchandising, Pharmacy, and Operations cross-functionally
• Assist with wellbeing events and community programs

Skills

GPA 3.0

Sophomore in college

Health major preferred

Job description

At The GIANT Company we're committed to making our stores and facilities better every day for our team members, customers, and communities. It's our secret recipe for success and it guides everything we do. We put our customers first, do what's right, win together, and make ideas happen. As a team member here, that's exactly what you'll help us do. You'll share your ideas, learn new skills, and really make a difference for not only your team, but for your customers and your community.

Job Description

We're seeking innovative, passionate students to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program. During our dynamic 10-week program, you'll be provided with one-of-a-kind learning and development opportunities, including a blend of on-the-job learning, virtual trainings, opportunities to connect with Executive Leadership, volunteer events and a multitude of other development activities to fuel your career preparation. We're committed to providing meaningful opportunities to drive professional and personal growth. The GIANT Company also offers a growing culture of inclusion where you can contribute your unique ideas and talents to help us make a difference in the community. Gain real-world work experience and a better understanding of the broad career opportunities available in a multi-state grocery retail company - we'd love to have you as part of our GIANT Family!

Schedule

The Intern is scheduled to work 40 hours a week. Schedules will vary weekly, based upon business needs. The Internship will begin on June 7th, 2027 and will end on August 13th, 2027. Please note this position resides in our brand office in Carlisle Pa (1149 Harrisburg Pike, Carlisle, Pa. 17013) and will require 3 in-person days each week in office.

What are we looking for?

• Students with a minimum GPA of a 3.0 Students who are at least a sophomore in college
• Dietetics or health focused major preferred

Bonus characteristics that may help you be successful in the role

• Previous experience working for The GIANT Company and/or a passion for health, wellbeing, nutrition, or the grocery industry.
• Eagerness to learn about grocery retail and how food, nutrition, merchandising, and marketing can improve customer wellbeing.

What will you do

• Partner with our team of registered dietitians to execute the Dietitians Pick shopper marketing program across relevant customer touchpoints.
• Support planning, coordination, and execution of Dietitians Pick shopper marketing campaigns.
• Collaborate with merchandising teams to identify and support opportunities that make healthier food choices easier to find, understand, and purchase.
• Analyze sales data to identify opportunities to grow healthy food sales and evaluate the impact of wellbeing initiatives.
• Conduct research on consumer health and wellness trends, grocery retail best practices, and emerging approaches to nutrition and wellbeing.
• Contribute to the development and execution of The GIANT Company's health and wellbeing strategy, bringing a customer-focused and data-informed perspective.
• Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Merchandising, Pharmacy, and Operations to support health and wellbeing programs and priorities.
• Assist with wellbeing events, educational initiatives, and other programs that help customers and communities make healthier choices.

*Please note these tasks are subject to change based on the needs of your hiring manager

Why work with us

• At the GIANT Company, we are passionate about building strong families and healthy communities, serving millions of neighbors across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. We are committed to being an inclusive place to work and shop, with more than 35,000 talented team members supporting 197 stores, 135 pharmacies, 108 fuel stations, and 191 online pickup hubs and grocery delivery services in hundreds of zip codes. Our shared values of care, courage, integrity, teamwork and humor guide our work as we embrace the unique talents and differences of every team member. If you're ready for a purposeful career, join our GIANT family. You'll help us make a difference while making some great connections and friendships along the way.

Essential Functions/Physical Requirements

• Interest in nutrition, public health, dietetics, health promotion, consumer behavior, or the grocery retail industry.
• Ability to research and synthesize information related to nutrition, health and wellness trends, and consumer needs.
• Comfort working with data and using insights to support recommendations and measure program performance.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, to effectively communicate and produce work products as assigned.
• Ability to sit, stand, move about, grasp, reach, type, speak, and lift up to 10 lbs. frequently as required by daily work assignments.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in person or virtually.
• Ability to handle confidential material in a discreet and professional manner. Must have the ability to travel for work via personal or community mass transportation if needed.
• Ability to observe company policies and work rules, and perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

The GIANT Company is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law.