Product Management Intern - Franke Foodservice Systems

About Franke

We, the Franke company with its three divisions, are a world's leading supplier of products and services for domestic kitchens, the professional foodservice systems and the convenience store sector as well as for professional coffee making. With around 60 companies, we are at home on five continents. Over 8,000 employees constantly take on new perspectives to identify opportunities and turn them into inspiring, innovative solutions for tomorrow’s demands.

The Franke Foodservice Systems division is a world-leading supplier of kitchen facilities, equipment and supplies solutions. As a full system manufacturer, distributor and program management partner, we supply global chains in the quick-service restaurant, convenience store and supermarket segments, helping to manage unit growth and upgrade their facilities.

About the job

SUMMARY
Join our dynamic FoodService Systems division in Smyrna, TN, for an exciting internship opportunity! This is a fantastic chance to develop valuable skills, expand your network, and kick-start your career.

We are seeking a highly motivated student or graduate with an agile mindset to join our FoodService Systems internship program in the Product Management department at the Franke FoodService Americas Headquarters in Smyrna, TN. The Product Management Intern will report to the Global Vice-President of Marketing. 

This paid internship offers a meaningful experience where interns will work on 1-2 assignments, gaining hands-on experience in the field of Product Management. Interns will also receive coaching on meeting etiquette, presentation skills, and have the opportunity to learn from each business unit leader and shadow leadership meetings.

At Franke, we recognize the importance of early career exposure, learning, and development. We are committed to helping you achieve these goals. This program also allows us to give back to the community and create a talent pipeline for future entry-level positions.

To submit your application for consideration, please apply through this job posting and make sure to include your resume, cover letter, and any necessary academic transcripts.

Your tasks

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our 12-week internship will be based on 4 days (32 hours) per week – 100% in office. It will commence mid-May 2025 and end mid-August, 2025 (exact start date to be determined based on availability) and will enable you to: 
• Increase your responsibilities and assign challenging projects to you to accelerate your professional development and personal growth. 
• Have the opportunity to influence stakeholders, bring your strategic thinking and your creativity into play and challenge the status quo! 
• Shadow meetings with the Senior Leadership Team: work on building professional business platforms 
• Assist/support projects as needed while working on an assigned internship project 
• Shadow Cross-Functional Team Week 
• Review project brief draft; provide feedback 
• Work on presentation skills and begin creating presentation for end of internship 

Requirements

• Must have an interest in the Product Management field. 
• Must be currently enrolled (full-time or part-time) as a degree-seeking student in their final two years of study within an accredited college or university, or recently graduated within 6-months of the internship start date OR are a veteran of the United States Armed Forces who possesses a high school diploma or its equivalent and has served on active duty for any length of time-in the two years preceding the internship program start date. 
• Must be in good academic standing (GPA of 3.0 or higher) 
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the outset of the internship. 
• Must be authorized to work in the United States. 
• Must be available during normal working hours. (8a-5pm Central) 

What we offer you

• Compensation for the internship period 
• A challenging project to lead with continuous exposure to senior leaders 
• Access to the FRANKE ACADEMY with a broad range of trainings to improve technical as well as soft skills and general knowledge of the company and products 
• Individual coaching and support 
• Individual mentoring from a senior leader 
• Shadowing a senior leader

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