2025 Diversity Leadership Symposium: 2026 Nestle USA Sales Internship Program

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestle means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Are you a future leader who can bring your unique background and diverse experiences to help us unlock new perspectives to drive innovation?Are you looking for an exciting internship or full-time opportunity for 2026? If so, DLS might be the perfect fit for you!

• This virtual two-day professional development and hiring event, taking place on August 13-14, is open to all students.
• By participating in the symposium, you will have the chance to learn about Nestle's winning culture, hear from leaders, network with peers and current employees, and interview for our 2026 opportunities.
• There is even a possibility of leaving the event with a job offer in hand.

Join us in making a meaningful impact on the world by unlocking different perspectives and driving innovation.

What to expect for the 2026 Nestle USA Sales Internship:

We offer a 10-week paid internship in the Nestle Sales Organization. The Sales internship is an introduction to a career in sales and the partnerships with our major customer teams. Interns will develop their knowledge and understanding of the Consumer Products and Food industry, tackle relevant business challenges, develop selling skills, and inspire change for real processes and business needs. The experience requires collaboration with team members from across business divisions, networking with senior management, and participation in social engagements with interns from other programs.

As a member of one of our customer teams, you will participate in key sales activities throughout your field experience with direct instruction from Nestle USA leaders.

During the internship, you will focus on a project that requires a new perspective to deliver results against our immediate and future business needs. Additional social activities are planned to provide insights into day-to-day life at Nestle USA. These findings will culminate with a presentation to senior leaders.

2026 Nestle USA Sales Internship Locations:

• This internship is available in Nashville, TN; Tampa, FL; Minneapolis, MN; Arlington, VA; Cincinnati, OH and Rogers, AR.
• Nestle team members will assign you to the internship location based on business need.

After Your Internship:

The internship feeds directly into our full-time Nestle Sales Development Program and participants may receive a full-time offer to join the organization following the completion of the internship.

We invite you to challenge the traditional ways of working, provide innovative ideas, and improve processes.

Application Criteria:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Sales Management, or related fields, to be completed by June 2027
• Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• Leadership experience through, but not limited to, an extra-curricular activity, organization, club, sports team, or employment

Other Requirements:

• Ability to attend the Diversity Leadership Symposium on August 13th and 14th, 2025
• Ability to relocate to Nashville, TN; Tampa, FL; Minneapolis, MN; Arlington, VA; Cincinnati, OH or Rogers, AR for the 10-week duration of the program across summer 2026
• Willingness to relocate in the future to another Nestle office if extended a full-time opportunity for the Nestle Sales Development program
• Willing to generate enthusiasm and excitement for our products

Knowledge & Skills

• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Possess excellent analytical skills and ability to utilize basic Excel functions
• Able to build comprehensive presentations in PowerPoint
• Organized with outstanding attention to detail to ensure accuracy
• Comfortable working in a team setting
• Ability to accept change and learn quickly in a fast-paced, complex environment
• Ability to demonstrate initiative

Additional Perks:

• Exposure to a dynamic and friendly work environment
• Opportunity to network with various divisions and employees across the company
• Potential opportunity for full-time employment starting summer 2026 based on performance in the role
• Work with an influential industry leader in consumer-packaged goods (Fortune Magazine)

The approximate starting hourly pay rate for this position is $23.50.

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It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.

The Nestle Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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