Product Management Intern

Internship Dates: Full Time for approximately 12 weeks (May – August). Position may extend through expected graduation date.

As a Product Management Intern, you will support the Product Management team in various tasks and activities related to the development and management of our food products. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in product management, marketing, or the food industry. A few learning opportunities include: 

• Product Development:
  • Collaborate with the Product Development team to assist in the creation and refinement of new food products.
  • Participate in taste tests and provide feedback on product formulations.
• Data Analysis:
  • Analyze sales data and consumer insights to track product performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Help prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings to the Product Management team.
  • Assist in developing and streamlining processes and documentation practices.
• Project Coordination:
  • Support the coordination of product launches, including timelines, marketing materials, and promotional strategies.
  • Assist in managing project documentation and ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule.
  • Assist in special projects.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with various departments, including Marketing, Sales, and Quality Assurance, to ensure alignment on product initiatives.
  • Attend team meetings and contribute ideas and feedback.
• Administrative Support:
  • Provide general administrative support to the Product Management team, including scheduling meetings, organizing files, and maintaining records.
• NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Must have completed your Junior year at a credited College or University.
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must have completed your Junior year at a credited College or University.
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for food and an interest in product development.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

In return, at American Foods Group you will find a winning culture that will invest in you and your future. A few perks and experiences you will gain:

• Earning a competitive wage.
• Provided housing at no cost to you.
• The opportunity to become exposed and develop knowledge and skills associated with the food processing business.
• Thrive in a teamwork environment, honing interpersonal skills, and formulate potential career opportunities.
• Manage various projects throughout the internship that are specific to your declared discipline.
• Earn academic credits though a supervised educational internship (if applicable).
• Learn specifically about American Foods Group and gain real work experience that you cannot achieve in the classroom.

For further questions and/or concerns, please contact interns@americanfoodsgroup.com

American Foods Group, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Learn more: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. American Foods Group, LLC will not discriminate against applicants who inquire about, disclose or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. Learn more: Pay Transparency. American Foods Group, LLC participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more: E-Verify

Skylark Meats, LLC an American Foods Group company is a privately held meat processing company, with locations across the Midwest. We appreciate our employees and reward them for a job well done. 

What we offer:

• Competitive total compensation package for you and your family. 
• Excellent benefit plan.  Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401k, Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Recognition Programs, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more! 

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