Hospitality & Events Intern

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Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we helpcustomers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.

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Why work for Dawn Foods?

PEOPLE. PRODUCTS. CUSTOMERS.

About the Job

Dawn's Inspire Internship Program offers students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of the Global Bakery Industry. With over 100 years of expertise, Dawn provides a platform for interns to experience our vibrant company culture, embrace our core values, and gain valuable knowledge for their future careers. As a Hospitality & Events Intern, you will play an essential role in supporting the seamless planning and execution of a diverse range of events hosted within our facility. This dynamic position offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment designed to inspire creativity and collaboration.

Dawn Inspire Internship Program interns will benefit from:

• Exposure to various aspects of the business, including operations, marketing, finance, and more.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and gain hands-on experience through meaningful projects and assignments.
• Mentorship and Networking opportunities with professionals in the industry.
• Direct connection with a Manufacturing Maintenance team in the bakery industry.
• Exposure to bakery product manufacturing processes and equipment.

Work Eligibility & Travel Requirements: This is a full-time position, 5 days working on-site out of our Jackson, Michigan Innovation Studio. Mandatory travel dates for IDDBA (International Dairy Deli Bakery Association) in Orlando are from June 5 - June 10.

Interns will be required to be on-site at the Corporate Jackson office from May 18 - May 21 for onboarding, and from August 4 - 7 for final presentations. These are mandatory in-person participation dates for the internship program.

What Does It Take to be a Hospitality & Events Intern?

Below are the minimum qualifications for the Dawn Inspire Internship Program.

• Must be pursuing a bachelor's degree, with an interest in working in the Hospitality industry, Restaurant and Hotel Management, or Events Management.
• Current academic status must reflect good performance in relation to institutional academic standards.
• Candidate must be at a sophomore level or above.
• Strong interest in the industry or field related to the internship.
• Basic knowledge of relevant concepts, principles and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Adaptability and willingness to embrace feedback and eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.

What Will Set You Apart?

• A customer-focused mindset with a positive, professional demeanor
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative team-player attitude and willingness to learn
• Enthusiasm for contributing to an innovative workspace

What You'll Do as a Hospitality & Events Intern

• Shadow and learn from experienced professionals in your field of interest.
• Actively seek opportunities to learn and develop new skills relevant to your career goals.
• Take initiative to suggest process improvements and contribute innovative ideas.
• Demonstrate the "Dawn Values" of Team Dawn and support our culture throughout the duration of the Internship Program.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing a variety of internal and external events, including meetings, photo shoots, customer visits, vendor interactions, and tradeshows
• Support logistical arrangements to ensure smooth event operations within the Innovation Studio
• Contribute to strategic planning efforts related to facility maintenance and event operations projects
• Collaborate closely with the team to foster a customer-focused and efficient event experience
• Maintain strong communication with all stakeholders to ensure event objectives and expectations are met
• Identified projects that you will be responsible for:




• Assist with planning and execution, as well as traveling to IDDBA tradeshow that is being held in Orlando, FL from June 7-9, 2026
• Assist the Operations and Events manager in developing a long-term planning document for future projected expenses as it relates to the facility's needed repairs and improvements.
• Help improve current processes and systems within Microsoft Teams that will enhance organization and planning for the culinary team, as well as develop new organizational lists and templates that will improve ways of working for future events and tradeshows.

Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects 25 pounds.
• Normal setting for this job isofficeenvironment.

Note:The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here.

Compensation

Undergraduate - $26/hr

Graduate - $28/hr

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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID: 37453