Country USA Location Iowa - Ames Position Type Internship Function Operations & Manufacturing
Job Purpose
Come learn from the some of the best! Work alongside talented professionals to contribute to challenging, exciting and rewarding projects. Our internship program provides real world experience and an opportunity to build expertise and problem solving capabilities.
Key Accountabilities
We offer a unique perspective into the world of food manufacturing with a maximum 12-week paid internship in our Purchasing group in Ames, IA. As a key player on the Barilla Purchasing team, the Intern-Purchasing will focus on:
Gain a high level understanding of the Durum Wheat Market and its implications on pasta manufacturing Become familiar with current Barilla America, Inc. Durum Wheat suppliers Review the current contracting process for Durum Wheat & data management in Microsoft Excel. Collaborate with Purchasing colleagues in Italy HQ on automating the manual elements of this reporting structure Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Completed Junior year of college with concentration in Agricultural Economics, Milling Science, Bakery Science, Supply Chain, Economics, Finance Strong analytical skills Effective project management and time management skills Solid presentation and communication skills Prior experience in Operations a plus Self-driven individual with ability to work independently Ability to prioritize, multi-task and maintain attention to detail Strong ability to work in teams and build good relationships high degree of personal integrity and work ethics Proficient in MS Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
The Individual
must be authorized to work in the U.S. and not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.
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For more information: Waldorf College is a 4 year liberal arts college offering 20 bachelor degree programs in a variety of popular fields both residential and hybrid online. Waldorf’s academic programs combine a strong liberal arts base with applied learning. Co-curricular programs ranging from the second oldest a capella choir in the nation, to an outstanding theatre program, to highly competitive athletic teams, provide students with a wide range of opportunities for meaningful participation in personal development. Waldorf is committed to engaging its students in service and in bringing the world to its students through international student recruitment and study-abroad programs. Every student is challenged to excel in Waldorf’s community where students are treated with dignity and respect. The college has an attractive campus with fourteen major buildings and excellent resources.