Category/Area of Expertise: Communications
Job Requisition: 547988
Address: USA-NC-Salisbury-2110 Executive Drive
Store Code: Brand HR VP (5172866)
At Food Lion, Associates are the most important assets to our organization. We want associates to have meaningful careers full of variety and challenges. Each associate contributes to the overall success of Food Lion, and in return, we strive to provide all associates with a fulfilling work experience and reward performance and commitment. We are committed to the professional development of our associates through on-the-job learning opportunities and training.
Program Overview
Internship positions are available for a broad range of challenging assignments. Our Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity to learn more about the complex supermarket industry. Internship participants will have the ability to develop the leadership skills and business knowledge they will need to begin their career. This internship experience is an opportunity to work on projects that are meaningful and hands-on. Throughout the summer, interns will work in a team environment designed to promote and reward 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 is required *All applicants are expected to provide a copy of their transcript with their resume showing they meet this requirement**
Permanent employment authorization/ US citizenship
Enrolled in a Bachelor's or master's program when applying
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 solving problems and making decisions
Ability to take initiative and ask questions, learn quickly, and strive for results.
Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
Key Responsibilities/Project Details
Projects may fall under any of the following areas: Communications, such as writing articles, interviewing associates for articles, modernizing communication methods, developing new communication tools, supporting The Mane Line associate newsletter or other communications projects.
Internship Key Dates:
Postings Early Fall
Interview and Selection - November- December
Internship dates: May 17, 2027 through August 4, 2027
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:
Function Specific
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 that Communications plays in bringing our brand, strategy and culture to life in our stores while simultaneously managing the company's corporate reputation.
Fundamental Understanding of the 4 P's, and how we execute them to deliver our overall company strategy
Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions) national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please contact our Recruiting Department at recruiting@foodlion.com
