About the role#
This internship offers hands-on experience in project management within food and beverage manufacturing. You will work on strategic initiatives, including new product development and capacity expansion, under the direction of a Project Manager. This role requires you to facilitate cross-functional teams and ensure project work aligns with company goals.
What you'll do#
- Manage strategic initiatives and support the execution of projects across new products, process improvements, and technology implementations.
- Clarify project objectives, scope, timelines, and resource needs.
- Facilitate project meetings to track progress, resolve issues, and maintain team accountability.
- Maintain project documentation and support post-project evaluations to improve future processes.
- Communicate project updates through reports, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in project management, business management, organizational development, communications, or a related field.
- Completion of your junior year prior to the start of the internship.
- Solid organizational and planning skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- A valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and a personal vehicle.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Plymouth, Wisconsin.
- The role operates on a hybrid schedule.
- This is a paid, full-time internship with a rolling term.
About Sargento
Sargento is a family-owned company based in Plymouth, Wisconsin. It specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of natural cheese products including shredded, sliced, and snack varieties. Founded in 1953, the company employs approximately 2,500 people. It operates within the food and beverage manufacturing industry.
How to get in at Sargento
Applying early to Sargento gives you a measurable advantage because recruiters review initial submissions before the volume of candidates becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, so you can apply among the first. This helps you get your materials seen before the pile grows. Reaching out to the right person at Sargento often yields better results than submitting to a general queue. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the position or a referral. This direct approach materially improves your response rates.
