For over 100 years, Ben E. Keith Foods has been a leader in the food distribution industry, specializing in purchasing, operations, logistics, credit, marketing, sales, and meat processing. We provide high-quality food products and services to restaurants across the United States, working across the entire food supply chain from sourcing to delivery. Our extensive experience and commitment to service excellence have made us a trusted partner in the industry.
ASPIRE Internship Program – Summer 2027
Eligibility
Must be graduating between May 2027 and May 2028
Minimum GPA of 3.0 required
Resume required with application
Apply to your preferred location; you are responsible for securing your own housing for the internship’s duration
Important Note:
Relatives of current Ben E. Keith employees are not eligible to apply for the ASPIRE Internship.
About the Program
Are you ready for a dynamic, hands-on internship that provides real exposure to the inner workings of a leading foodservice distributor? The ASPIRE Internship Program at Ben E. Keith Foods is a paid, 11-week rotational experience designed to offer you a comprehensive understanding of our operations and the foodservice industry.
What Ben E. Keith Foods Does
For over 100 years, Ben E. Keith Foods has been a leader in the food distribution industry, specializing in purchasing, operations, logistics, credit, marketing, sales, and meat processing. We provide high-quality food products and services to restaurants across the United States, working across the entire food supply chain from sourcing to delivery. Our extensive experience and commitment to service excellence have made us a trusted partner in the industry.
What You’ll Do
Over the course of the internship, you’ll rotate through multiple departments, gaining a well-rounded view of how our business operates. Areas of focus include:
Administration (Credit, Accounting, HR)
Sales
Operations
Logistics
Purchasing
In each department, you’ll engage in small, impactful projects that will deepen your understanding of the business. You’ll also work on a group project with fellow interns, culminating in a final presentation to senior leadership. Previous group projects have explored topics such as:
Attracting, engaging and developing talent
Identifying sales areas for penetration
Solving supply chain challenges
Streamlining processes to reduce friction points
By the end of the program, you’ll have developed a solid understanding of the U.S. food supply chain and how Ben E. Keith Foods plays a key role in it.
Program Highlights
Duration: 11 weeks
Start Date: May 17, 2027
End Date: July 30, 2027
Pay: $22.00/hour
Schedule: 40 hours/week
Location: Interns will be assigned to the specific division they applied to and are responsible for arranging their own housing and transportation by May 1, 2027
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking highly motivated seniors and rising seniors pursuing degrees in fields such as Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Management, Finance, Economics, Animal Sciences, Meat Sciences, Technology, or related disciplines. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.
This paid internship provides an invaluable opportunity to apply what you’ve learned in school to real-world challenges, make meaningful contributions to our company, and lay the groundwork for future career opportunities within the food distribution industry.
See ASPIRE in Action
ASPIRE 2026 Orientation
ASPIRE 2026 Wrap Up