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ASPIRE Internship - KVPC Dallas

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
  • Dallas

AI generated summary

  • You must be a senior or rising senior with a 3.0 GPA, pursuing a relevant degree, and submit a resume. Secure your own housing for the internship duration.
  • You will engage in processing and packaging raw materials, ensure quality control and safety, manage inputs, support manufacturing operations, understand sales, and learn the distribution process.

Requirements

  • The KVPC Internship is open to actively enrolled students entering their senior year or who are current seniors.
  • Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and must submit a resume with their application for consideration.
  • You must apply to your preferred location and be responsible for securing housing for the internship’s duration.
  • We’re seeking highly motivated seniors and rising seniors pursuing degrees in fields such as Animal Science, Meat Science, Food Science, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, and other related disciplines.
  • A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.

Responsibilities

  • Production lines and the steps involved in processing and packaging raw materials (primarily beef, pork, and chicken)
  • Quality control and safety measures in food production
  • Managing and understanding raw material inputs
  • Operations within the manufacturing environment
  • Sales and how our products are brought to market
  • The distribution process that delivers our products to customers

FAQs

What is the duration of the ASPIRE KVPC Internship?

The ASPIRE KVPC Internship lasts for 11 weeks, starting on May 19, 2025, and ending on August 1, 2025.

Who is eligible to apply for the internship?

The KVPC Internship is open to actively enrolled students entering their senior year or current seniors, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Is housing provided for the interns?

No, interns are responsible for securing their own housing for the duration of the internship.

What fields of study are preferred for applicants?

Preferred fields of study include Animal Science, Meat Science, Food Science, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, and other related disciplines.

Will interns receive compensation during the internship?

Yes, the KVPC Internship is a paid program.

What should I submit with my application?

You must submit a resume along with your application for consideration.

What kind of experience can interns expect during the program?

Interns can expect hands-on experience in food manufacturing, learning about production processes, quality control, and operational management, along with rotational experiences in sales and distribution.

Are the internships available in multiple locations?

Yes, interns will be assigned to a specific manufacturing facility, and they must apply to their preferred location.

What employee benefits are offered by Ben E. Keith Company?

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, a 401K with matching contributions, profit-sharing plan, employee assistance programs, wellness programs, educational assistance, paid vacation, and an employee credit union.

Is Ben E. Keith Company an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Ben E. Keith Company is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer and recognizes the value of diversity in the workplace.

Delivering quality since 1906

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1906
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Ben E. Keith celebrates over 115 years of distribution excellence in the food and beverage distribution business. Ben E. Keith is a privately held company employing over 6,000 associates. Our values stress a commitment to our employees, as they are our strength and the key to the success – past, present and future. At Ben E. Keith we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strength, and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face.