ASPIRE Internship - Amarillo Division

About the role

Ben E. Keith Foods’ ASPIRE Internship Program is a paid, 11-week rotational experience designed to give you real exposure to the inner workings of a leading foodservice distributor. You will rotate through multiple departments, work on small impactful projects, and collaborate on a group project culminating in a final presentation to senior leadership.

Program details

• Duration: 11 weeks
• Start date: May 17, 2027
• End date: July 30, 2027
• Pay: $22.00/hour
• Schedule: 40 hours/week
• Location: Interns will be assigned to the specific division they applied to and are responsible for arranging their own housing and transportation by May 1, 2027

Eligibility

• Must be graduating between May 2027 and May 2028
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 required
• Resume required with application
• Apply to your preferred location
• Relatives of current Ben E. Keith employees are not eligible to apply

What you’ll do

• Rotate through multiple departments, gaining a well-rounded view of how the business operates
• Areas of focus include:
  • Administration (Credit, Accounting, HR)
  • Sales
  • Operations
  • Logistics
  • Purchasing
• Engage in small, impactful projects that deepen your understanding of the business
• Work on a group project with fellow interns, culminating in a final presentation to senior leadership
• Previous group projects have explored topics such as:
  • Attracting, engaging and developing talent
  • Identifying sales areas for penetration
  • Solving supply chain challenges
  • Streamlining processes to reduce friction points
• Develop a solid understanding of the U.S. food supply chain and Ben E. Keith Foods’ role in it

Who we’re looking for

• Highly motivated seniors and rising seniors pursuing degrees in fields such as:
  • Business Administration
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Marketing
  • Management
  • Finance
  • Economics
  • Animal Sciences
  • Meat Sciences
  • Technology
  • or related disciplines
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match + 100% Company-Paid Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance