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Internship - Business Management Associate, Foodservice Sales

General Mills, Inc
$28.27/hour
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
1 General Mills Boulevard (Show on map)
Aug 04, 2026
COMPANY OVERVIEW We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next. General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash its scale and stand for good. General Millsoperatesin more than 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, includingCheerios, Nature Valley, Blue Buffalo, Haagen-Dazs, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Totino's, Annie's, Wanchai Ferry and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, General Mills generated fiscal 2026net sales U.S.$18billion. WHAT IS THE ROLE OF ABUSINESS MANAGEMENTASOCIATE, FOODSERVICEINTERNAT GENERAL MILLS? North America Foodservice (NAF) business segment competes in the growing away-from-home food market in the US and Canada. Our mission is to create growth away from home together for operators in diverse channels - including K-12 schools, colleges & universities, restaurants, bakeries, pizzerias, hospitals, hotels and senior living facilities *WHAT WILL I DO?* NAF's early career sales program is designed to help you launch your career at General Mills through structured development, meaningful coaching, and hands-on selling experience. The ability to experience different roles and assignments builds the depth and breadth needed to transform into future Sales leadership roles at General Mills. Internship: 10-week summer experience at the World Headquarters (WHQ) in Minneapolis, MN that includes working on real and impactful projects in close interaction with leadership teams throughout the United States. Onboarding and L&D experiences 1-week, enhanced intern orientation and sales training Foundational selling skills and product knowledge through structured curriculum and immersive field experiences Best in class individualized development for professional success Types of potential projects and exposure Active engagement/ownership on a variety of Sales division projects, each designed to build understanding of our business and customers Utilize business dynamics and analytical tools to provide solution-based insights to sell and influence decision-makers Recommend core business strategies and receive hands-on experience internally and with customers Work on business development, product introductions, category management, pricing and analytics Build internal and external relationships through cross-functional projects, trade shows, mentorships, and diversity organizations Presentation to senior leadership at the end of your internship Professional performance feedback Two performance appraisals will provide you with expectations, objectives and progress WHERE WILL I WORK? Minneapolis, MN *IS THIS YOU?* Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree, open to any major Grad dates December 2027 - Spring 2028 Preferred Qualifications: Business, Communications, Marketing and Liberal Arts majors Foodservice and/or Hospitality experience Passion to sell/represent General Mills and our top consumer food brands Demonstrated leadership, teamwork experience Strategic thinkers and problems solvers with strong communication skills Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record *HUNGRY FOR WHAT'S NEXT?* Internship is 10-weeks in Summer 2027: May 24th-July 30th Relocation and Housing assistance (if eligible) Intern: The hourly rate for this position is $28.27/hour. General Mills strives to provide fair and competitive pay that reflects your skills, experience, and academic background. The pay for this role considers many factors, including, but not limited to, your degree program, major, and year in school. Beyond a competitive hourly rate, as a General Mills intern, you'll gain access to a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall development and wellbeing. This includes partially subsidized housing & relocation assistance (if applicable & requirements are met), a summer of learning and fun featuring networking opportunities with company leaders, comprehensive health benefits, wellbeing resources, and other valuable perks. Specific benefits may vary by role, location, and eligibility requirements. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas ELIGIBILITY Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE) General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission. REASONABLE ACCOMODATION REQUEST If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request.