Internship - Business Management Associate, Foodservice Sales

Headquartered in Minneapolis, General Mills generated fiscal 2026 net sales U.S. $18 billion.

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ASOCIATE, FOODSERVICE INTERN AT 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,hotelsand 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 experiencedifferent rolesand 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 toprovidesolution-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,pricingand 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,objectivesand progress

WHERE WILL I WORK?

Minneapolis, MN

IS THIS YOU?

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelorsdegree, open to any major

Graddates December 2027– Spring 2028

Preferred Qualifications:

Business, Communications, Marketing and Liberal Arts majors

Foodservice and/or Hospitality experience

Passion to sell/representGeneral Mills and our top consumer food brands

Demonstrated leadership, teamwork experience

Strategic thinkers and problems solvers withstrong communicationskills

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 Housingassistance(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'llgain access to a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall development and wellbeing. This includes partially subsidized housing & relocationassistance(if applicable & requirements are met),a summer of learning and fun featuring networking opportunities with company leaders, comprehensive health benefits, wellbeing resources, and other valuableperks.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.




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