Intern, Communications

About the Role

Food Lion's Summer Internship Program offers a challenging and meaningful hands-on experience within the complex supermarket industry. Participants will develop leadership skills and business knowledge, working in a team environment that promotes individuality, innovation, leadership, and strong business results.

Program Details

• 11-Week paid summer internship
• Community service opportunities supporting Food Lion Feeds
• Career development and professional enhancement via learning activities
• Lunch & Learn sessions with business leaders
• End of program presentation to business leaders
• Housing provided
• Transportation provided, if needed

Program Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 required
• Permanent employment authorization / US citizenship
• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or master's program when applying

Key Responsibilities/Project Details

Projects may fall under Communications, including:

• Writing articles
• Interviewing associates for articles
• Modernizing communication methods
• Developing new communication tools
• Supporting The Mane Line associate newsletter or other communications projects

Required Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization
• Self-Motivated
• Team-oriented thinking
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job
• Good judgment in solving problems and making decisions
• Ability to take initiative, ask questions, learn quickly, and strive for results
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation

Skills and Abilities

• Self-management and initiative
• Results-driven with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Project management and organizational abilities
• Writing, storytelling, and interviewing/sourcing stories
• Creativity and effective communication skills
• Familiarity with or experience in social media is a plus
• Adequate visual ability to review written materials accurately
• Comfortable using computers and technical systems required for the role
• Familiarity with AP Style is a plus

Required Skills/Education

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to think innovatively
• Ability to influence without authority
• Excellent organizational, planning, influence, communication, and presentation skills
• Self-motivated and persuasive in presenting and selling ideas and executing their implementation
• Preferred degree with a concentration in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or English

Learning Objectives

• Fully understand the Food Lion strategy of Easy, Fresh & Affordable. You Can Count on Food Lion Every Day.
• Understand the concept of a selling organization and the role of Communications in bringing the brand, strategy, and culture to life, while managing corporate reputation.
• Fundamental Understanding of the 4 P's and their execution to deliver overall company strategy.