Sodexo Strategic Intern - Food & Nutrition

Overview Sodexois seeking aStrategicInternwho is eager to pursue a career inManagementwithin theHospitality, Food Service, Contract Services, and/orHealthcareindustry withAppalachian Regional Healthcarein Eastern Kentucky orWest Virginia .This position is part of Sodexo’sformal professional development10-week summer internship program.This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to healthcare food and nutrition operations while building foundational skills in leadership, operations, and business management. Interns will support business units, assist with special projects, and gain experience working within a large corporate and team-based environment.Full-Time Summer Internship 10 Week Program - Jun 1 - Aug 7 on site.Potential Internship Locations inclue: Prestonsburg, Martin, McDowell, West Liberty, Paintsville, South Williamson, Hinton, or Beckley What You'll Do As an Emerging Talent Intern, you will work closely with managers and hospital leaders to learn all aspects of food and nutrition management, including:Support daily dining operations across patient, retail, and catering environmentsLearn food production fundamentals, including ordering, inventory control, menu planning, and food safetyAssist with front-of-house operations such as scheduling, payroll, customer service, and staff engagementGain exposure to human resources, training, and employee relationsSupport basic financial and business functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and reportingParticipate in operational projects and initiatives that support food and nutrition goalsBuild leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills through hands-on experience What We Offer Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Hospitality, Food Service Management, Business, Nutrition, or a related fieldStrong interest in a career in the food service, nutrition, or hospitality industryWillingness to be hands-on and learn in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentStrong organizational, communication, and time-management skillsAbility to work collaboratively with managers, staff, and clientsBasic knowledge gained through college courseworkPrior food service experience is a plus, but not requiredCuriosity, initiative, and a desire to grow professionally within a large corporate organization Who We Are At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete . Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Education Requirement - Current college student with studies in hospitality/food management, facilities management, engineering, communications, human resources, accounting, marketing or another industry related college program.

Created: 2026-02-09