Intern Communications

Summary Description:

• The Intern will provide valuable support to key organizational functions within their assigned department. This internship offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing environment, helping interns develop industry knowledge, communication skills, and professional growth. Interns will be placed in a specific department based on their interests, skills, and business needs, where they will assist with various projects, process improvements, and day-to-day activities. The internship will last between 3 to 6 months, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

Essential Job Functions:

• Functions will vary based on department placement but may include:
  
  
  
  • Communications: Provide administrative support, including drafting internal and external communications. Assist in the creation and management of e-newsletters and social media content, including daily monitoring and posting.
  
  
  
  

• Learns organizational processes and procedures. Contributes to assigned projects and may assist with the development and maintenance of documentation or records.


• Manage an assigned project focused on continuous improvement within the department.


• Comply with all safety regulations and company policies.


• Maintain documentation, reports, and logs relevant to the internship function.


• Shadow experienced professionals and gain exposure to best practices in beverage manufacturing.

Required Skills:

• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.


• Interest in business operations and organizational functions within the beverage manufacturing


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with other tools is a plus.


• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across different departments.


• Flexibility to work in a hands-on environment and adapt to changing priorities.


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to support process improvements and contribute to projects.

Competencies:

• Communication Skills (Written & Verbal)


• Sound Judgement


• Innovative Research and Application of Safety Concepts


• Interpersonal Tactfulness


• General Compliance Knowledge (General Industry)

Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate from an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in Business, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Accounting, Finance, Marketing/Communications, or a related field, depending on the department.


• A minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher in your declared major.


• Must be at least 18 years old.


• Ability to work the hours requested by your supervisor and fulfill the required hours set by your university for academic credit (if applicable).

Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands– Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.


• Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.


• Work environment – Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure.


• Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, accuracy or similar demands.


• Typical Hours: 20 – 29 hours/week


• Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.

Travel Requirements:

• Based in Tampa corporate office with minimal travel requirements.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.