UNFI - Internship - Sustainability

UNFI

Sustainability reports: https://www.unfi.com/sustainability-reports (2016 report will be posted shortly)

Link to the intern posting: https://unfi-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=9563&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=993859&company_id=16935&version=1&byBusinessUnit=NULL&bycountry=0&bystate=0&byRegion=&bylocation=&keywords=intern&byCat=&proximityCountry=&postalCode=&radiusDistance=&isKilometers=&tosearch=yes&city=

Note: the posting says full-time, but this is obviously a part-time position. This will be Spring and could go to the summer...

Tracking Code

9563-935 

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE: 

Assist the Corporate Social Responsibility department with any administrative needs while helping to develop and implement programs that benefit the company, the environment and the communities we serve. Support the department in the coordination and management of strategic and tactical plans to enhance the corporate social responsibility profile of UNFI. Learn about distribution services related to natural, organic and specialty foods & products. Develop an understanding of our innovative services for our customers and suppliers to foster mutual success and growth. Gain non-profit experience working with our private UNFI Foundation.

EEO / VETERANS / DISABLED

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:   

• Complete projects as assigned
• Assist department with any administrative needs
• Maintain and protect the Company’s professional reputation
• Establish and maintain effective communication, coordination, and working relations with Company personnel and with management.
• Coordinate with related departments as required. Answer questions and provide assistance.

Required Skills

REQUIRED SKILLS:   

QUALIFICATIONS:  

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor's Degree or pursuing Bachelor’s Degree

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge or coursework in CSR or sustainability preferred.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Solid interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications abilities.
• Ability to coordinate multiple and changing priorities
• Well-organized and attentive to detail.
• Ability to analyze and draw conclusions from large data sets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Job Location

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular