Sustainability Intern
SunOpta Overview:
SunOpta (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY) is an innovative and sustainable manufacturer fueling the future of food. With roots tracing back over 50 years, SunOpta drives growth for today’s leading brands by serving as a trusted innovation partner and value-added manufacturer, crafting organic, plant-based beverages, fruit snacks, nutritional beverages, broths and tea products sold through retail, club, foodservice and e-commerce channels. Alongside the company’s commitment to top brands, retailers and coffee shops, SunOpta also proudly produces its own brands, including SOWN®, Dream®, and West Life™. For more information, visit SunOpta and LinkedIn.
SunOpta is looking for talented individuals that demonstrate our most valued behaviors: Passion, Dedication, Speed, Entrepreneurship, Customer-Centricity, and Problem-Solving, to help create a brighter, healthier, and sustainable future of food!
Job Summary:
This is a 12-week program where interns will apply the knowledge and skills they've gained in the classroom by working alongside professionals at SunOpta. As part of the team, interns will gain valuable hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and improve processes. They will also gain insight into the latest trends in the food industry while helping to create new and innovative products.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Sustainability Internship:
- The intern will work with different areas of finance, internal audit, legal, communications, procurement, and sustainability to gain exposure and an understanding of each area as it relates to sustainability.
- Lead 1-2 Special Projects
- Assist with sustainability reporting
- Provide general sustainability support
- Help with supply chain assessment, investigation and prioritization
Minimum Qualifications:
- Candidates must be at least a sophomore in college and actively pursuing a degree.
- Graduate students will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Additional Considerations:
- Travel: Travel may be required to various SunOpta locations for job-related functions.
- Location: This position will be located at our Corporate Office in Eden Prairie, MN.
- Relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED
Other details
- Job Family Administrative
- Job Function Individual Contributor
- Pay Type Hourly
- Employment Indicator Seasonal
- Travel Required Yes
- Required Education Some College
- Eden Prairie Office, 7078 Shady Oak Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States of America