Student Employment & Internships

Description:  Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill’s global team of 155,000 employees who use new technologies, dynamic insights, and over 155 years of experience to connect farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and people and animals with the food they need to thrive. YOU MUST CURRENTLY BE ENROLLED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, URBANA-CHAMPAIGN (UIUC) FOR THIS INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY WITH CARGILL AT THE UIUC RESEARCH PARK  In partnership with the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) Research Park, you will be given the opportunity as an intern to work with Digital Foundry at Cargill through our local office, The Cargill Innovation Lab at UIUC, to gain hands-on experience in real business situations and explore Cargill’s businesses and functions during the work term. Be an integral part of a close-knit Cargill Innovation Lab at UIUC intern team. Guided by two on-site, seasoned industry professionals, the team is comprised of 20+ interns each semester ranging in roles from marketing, software engineering, UX UI design, and data science. Interns work individually or on small teams to fulfill prototype projects or provide digital services to Cargill leaders. As a group, you’ll have ample opportunities for professional development, 1:1 coaching, networking, and fun. As a UX UI Design intern, work collaboratively within a digital prototype team where software engineering, analytical skills, product design, UX / UI design, research, leadership, collaboration, inclusion, and innovation are keys to success. As an organization, Cargill’s mission is to lead in nourishing the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Digital Foundry at Cargill strives to help prepare Cargill for a digital future. The vision of this future includes a thriving digital culture, continuous launching of new digital business initiatives, and that Cargill will be a digital thought leader in the food and agriculture industries. Why intern with us? Professional Experience – Gain professional experience as a UX UI Designer working in a cross-functional team. Learn best practices from industry professionals. Understand what it is like to work within an agile software product team. Build Prototypes – Work on fast-paced, prototype projects. Ship a functioning prototype over the course of weeks. Collaborate with clients to test prototypes and gain real-world insights. Cross-Functional – Gain exposure speaking with and presenting to a variety of stakeholders across the business, engineering, design, and product functions. Work in tandem with a full-stack software engineer to understand how to assess the feasibility of and implement proposed designs. Throughout the process, advocate for the voice of the end-user in team planning meetings. Startup Culture – Wonder what it would be like to work within a product team at a software company? Or getting a software MVP off the ground at a startup? Your project for the semester will include building a prototype from scratch or exploring future features of an existing digital product. You’re paired with other software engineers and UX UI designers to go from research, requirements gathering, planning, design, architecture, dev, quality assurance to testing with real users over the course of a semester. Use Cases That Matter – Work on real innovation initiatives that serve a variety of clients at Cargill ranging from animal nutrition, agricultural supply chain, protein, food ingredients, logistics, supply chain, and trading.  Apply your talents to digital initiatives that transform global food systems. Having the Right Mindset We look for students that enjoy startup culture and are adept at working collaboratively within a team. Comfort with ambiguity is a must. Empathy for other functions is critical. Learning mindset to build the smallest thing possible is a key to success. We don’t expect you to be an expert on all things digital, but we do look for students that are hungry to learn new things. Expand your skills in a high-growth ag-tech industry just a few blocks off-campus. Job Location University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in Champaign, IL Required Qualifications: Must be currently enrolled as a student at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign graduating between Winter 2022 and Summer 2025 Must have the right to work in the US that is not based solely on the possession of a student visa or visa sponsored by a third-party employer Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in UX Design, Industrial Design, Human Computer Interaction, Product Design, Design, Graphic Design, or other related disciplines, OR commensurate experience with design in lieu of pursuing a related major/minor Experience with creating user flows, wireframes, mock-ups, prototypes, and conducting usability testing using tools provided Experience with Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Axure, Balsalmiq, Adobe Creative Suite OR comparable software Able to complete at minimum a semester-long internship during the fall 2022 semester (September – December 2022) working part-time (15-20 hours/week) Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance Willing to take ownership of project and work Must be able to complete essential functions of this job as outlined in the job description with reasonable accommodations Preferred Qualifications Pursuing a cross-disciplined degree in either Computer Science, Information Science, Business, Food Science, or Agriculture Business Overall 3.0 GPA preferred Commercial product software UX UI design experience; web design experience, mobile design experience; experience working within an agile software team Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills; collaboration skills; verbal and written communication skills; and information research and gathering skills Knowledge of design best practices across material design, iOS design, web design and responsive design Interested in returning to the Lab across additional semesters   How to Apply: Click Here to Apply!   *Cargill highly encourages vaccinations but does not mandate at this time. Upon hire, you will be asked to provide your vaccination status, and if unvaccinated or if you choose *Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet. *All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.

EnterpriseWorks & University of Illinois Research Park Do you want to apply your graphic design skills to real-world campaigns for Research Park and start-ups?  Do you enjoy working with different types of people? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented atmosphere? We’re looking for a talented student studying graphic design who loves working in both print and digital formats. On our team, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact projects. Who We Are Research Park is a technology hub for corporate operations focusing on innovative, cutting-edge research and development. EnterpriseWorks is an award-winning incubator at the Research Park that focuses on science and research-based start-up companies commercializing technology from the University of Illinois. We have a multifaceted team of professionals and interns dedicated to helping our startups and corporations thrive in the Research Park. Our previous interns have gone on to work at companies including: Google, Facebook, IBM, PepsiCo, Goldman Sachs, Denodo, All State, Yelp, Solstice, and Surface 51. What You’ll Do As a Graphic Design Intern, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects for a diverse group of clients. You will collaborate and network with high-level executives and entrepreneurs alike as well as other interns from a diverse spectrum of disciplines. For example, you will work alongside Communications and Web Development interns to design and implement a client’s vision for a website. Your designs can make a lasting impact across the Research Park and beyond. You will also create graphics for any events related to Research Park, such as information sessions or office hours. Other past projects include: Pop up banners Wall graphics Print and digital ads Video graphics Large-scale exterior/interior building signage Digital, print, and social media graphics for events Conference branding, include booklets, stickers, etc. Company logo creation Eligibility Requirements: You must meet these requirements to be eligible for this internship. Graduation date of May 2023 or later Must be a current student majoring in Graphic Design or similar field Must be a full-time enrolled student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign at the time of employment Applicants must be available to work 40 hours per week this Summer 2022 Qualifications: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) Ability to work in Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software Experience in many different types of design, such as print and digital Ability to quickly solve new design problems Strong layout and typography skills Ability to work in fast-paced environments and balance multiple projects Ability to work on short deadlines Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to clearly and consistently communicate with management on project status Nice to Have: Experience with campus printing services WordPress experience To apply, please prepare the following: Resume Cover letter explaining how your experience makes you a good fit for this position URL to your online portfolio (if you do not have an online portfolio please upload a sample of your favorite designs) Click here to Apply Compensation: Hourly wage will be $13 per hour based on experience and will be paid by the University of Illinois. Pending successful performance reviews, the internship can continue through multiple semesters and there is an opportunity to be promoted into a leadership role.   Questions? Email uirp-jobs@illinois.edu

About P&G: Welcome to the P&G Smart Lab. This is where “what if” meets reality. We’re building an inspiring space for explorers, thinkers, and makers where we can work together to improve the future of home life around the world. Procter & Gamble is best known by our different brands. It’s likely you’ve used a few of our brands already today – Swiffer, Old Spice, Tampax, Always, Olay, Charmin, Bounty, Gillette, Tide, Gain, Cascade, Pepto Bismol, Dayquil, among many others. We impact about 5 billion – yes, you read that right – lives on a regular basis. We are building a place where we can ask some interesting questions about consumer behaviors, habits, and practices. Our work in the Smart Lab is breaking boundaries in the consumer behavior space. We’re using sensors and smart devices to study what people do. Think about it – would you remember how many sheets of toilet paper you used last Thursday? Most people wouldn’t. That’s why we’re doing things a little differently.   Qualifications: We’re looking for motivated and detail-oriented students to help manually tag and classify actions captured on video that will enable our Consumer and Market Knowledge function. This role does not involve coding/programming. You may be involved in other Smart Lab tasks as they arise. You will be a pretty good fit for this job if you have the following skills and abilities: · You have a strong attention to detail, and you are organized · You can work independently on repetitive tasks · Excellent verbal and written communication skills · Familiarity with Microsoft Excel/Spreadsheets · Experience with action tagging / qualitative research is a plus but not required   Expected Hours of Work: For the summer semester, you will be expected to work 40 hours a week, with possible continuation into fall – project and schedule dependent. For the fall semester, you will be expected to work 15 – 20 hours a week, with possible continuation into spring – project and schedule dependent. This fully remote role involves highly repetitive tasks with flexibility, but you can work at any time (nights, weekends, between classes, etc.). You also have the option to work physically in the Smart Lab during our hours of operation. This position is directed from the P&G Smart Lab at the University of Illinois Research Park in Champaign, IL.   How to Apply: Please send your CV or resume in PDF format to Jarai Carter at carter.j.9@pg.com  *Subject line must be “Video Tagger Student Summer 2022” or “Video Tagger Student Fall 2022”. Only University of Illinois students can apply.

About P&G: Welcome to the P&G Smart Lab. This is where “what if” meets reality. We’re building an inspiring space for explorers, thinkers, and makers where we can work together to improve the future of home life around the world. Procter & Gamble is best known by our different brands. It’s likely you’ve used a few of our brands already today – Swiffer, Old Spice, Tampax, Always, Olay, Charmin, Bounty, Gillette, Tide, Gain, Cascade, Pepto Bismol, Dayquil, among many others. We impact about 5 billion – yes, you read that right – lives on a regular basis. We are building a place where we can ask some interesting questions about consumer behaviors, habits, and practices. Our work in the Smart Lab is breaking boundaries in the consumer behavior space. We’re using sensors and smart devices to study what people do. Think about it – would you remember how many sheets of toilet paper you used last Thursday? Most people wouldn’t. That’s why we’re doing things a little differently.   Qualifications: We’re looking for students who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty and contribute to driving core business work that will enable our Consumer and Market Knowledge function. Help us iterate, innovate, and ideate by enhancing our lab processes. You will be involved in a variety of Smart Lab tasks as they arise, with a focus on physical work. You will be a pretty good fit for this job if you have the following skills and abilities: · You enjoy physical work and can lift at least 25 pounds · You have a strong attention to detail, and you are organized · You can work independently on repetitive tasks · Excellent verbal and written communication skills · Familiarity with Microsoft Excel/Spreadsheets · Experience with operations or logistics is a plus but not required · Experience with tech hardware (taking things apart and putting them back together) is a plus but not required   Expected Hours of Work: For the summer semester, you will be expected to work 40 hours a week, with possible continuation into fall – project and schedule dependent. For the fall semester, you will be expected to work 10 – 20 hours a week, with possible continuation into spring – project and schedule dependent. This role will be located at the P&G Smart Lab at the University of Illinois Research Park in Champaign, IL.   How to Apply: Please send your CV or resume in PDF format to Jarai Carter at carter.j.9@pg.com *Subject line must be “Operations Specialist Student Summer 2022” or “Operations Specialist Student Fall 2022”. Only University of Illinois students can apply.    

Company Overview Do you want to use your data science skills to help solve one of the most pressing problems of our time?  At Ensaras, Inc., we are using the latest advanced analytics and artificial intelligence tools to help treat and preserve our world’s most precious resource: Water.  Our leadership team includes experts in wastewater treatment, process engineering, data science, and artificial intelligence. As a data scientist intern you will develop and test algorithms using data from a wastewater recycling facility in order to assist operators in performing their daily tasks and to optimize the plant’s treatment processes using data-driven insights.   Job Description We are looking for a talented, passionate, and hardworking data scientist, who thrives as a self-starter in a start-up setting.  We are a small team, and you will be responsible for developing and testing machine learning and AI algorithms under the guidance of company leadership. You will report directly to the company President and Chief Scientist.  We are looking for someone with exposure/experience with python, scikit-learn, deep learning, and reinforcement learning.  Experience with integration of machine learning and AI algorithms with cloud-based services such as AWS EC2, Influxdb, and Grafana is a plus.   Your responsibilities will include: Wrangle data. Develop and test machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms to assist operators in their daily tasks and optimize the chemical and energy consumption at the plant. Integrate the key data-driven insights into the existing data pipeline and dashboard. Produce well-documented and reusable code.   Requirements Time commitment of at least 40 hours per week for minimum 8 weeks during the summer. Currently pursuing M.S. or B.S. in computer science, data science or related fields. Proficiency in python and javascript web programming languages. Experience using cloud-based services (e.g., AWS EC2, Influxdb, Grafana). Exposure/experience with machine learning / deep learning algorithms. Strong organizational and project management skills. Familiarity with database technology (MySQL, Influxdb). Excellent verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented. Remote working is acceptable.   How to Apply:  Please email resumes to Nina Kshetry, nina@ensaras.com

EnterpriseWorks & University of Illinois Research Park Join our team for an opportunity to develop your creativity and writing skills, utilize social media, and work with diverse people in a fast-paced team-oriented environment! The Communications and Social Media intern will be part of the University of Illinois Research Park and EnterpriseWorks team to highlight the exciting things happening at the Park. Who we are Research Park is a technology hub for corporate operations focusing on innovative, cutting edge research and development. EnterpriseWorks is an award-winning incubator at the Research Park that focuses on science and research-based start-up companies commercializing technology from the University of Illinois. We have a multifaceted team of professionals and interns dedicated to helping our startups and corporations thrive in the Research Park. Our previous interns have gone on to work at companies including but not limited to: Google, Facebook, IBM, PepsiCo, Goldman Sachs, Denodo, All State, Yelp, Solstice, and Surface 51. What You’ll Do The Communications and Social Media Intern will demonstrate their excellent written and verbal communication skills by writing news stories that highlight exciting things happening at the Research Park, crafting tweets and other social media posts that are enticing, yet specific, and working with graphic designers to create materials to promote events. They will collaborate and coordinate with Research Park leadership and the EnterpriseWorks intern team to ensure timely marketing/branding and promotions of jobs, events, and news through appropriate platforms. An intern will be able to propose new and innovative ways to increase Research Park’s brand awareness in the community and campus as well as manage ongoing communications projects such as weekly announcements and monthly student newsletters. In addition, the intern will ensure that information on the Research Park website, calendars, and all social media platforms is up to date and correct. Along with internal projects, interns will be able to participate in client projects for Research Park startups including website development, social media strategy, pitch decks, and more. This position will begin training at the beginning of Spring 2022 and will continue throughout the semester. Upon performance review the role can continue for multiple semesters. Eligibility Requirements: You must meet these requirements to be eligible for this internship. Graduation date of May 2023 or later Must be a full-time enrolled student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign at the time of employment Must be available to work 40hours/week Summer 2022 Qualifications: Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to tell a great story in multiple formats and lengths (e.g. photos, video clips, and words) Understanding of internet and social media marketing best practices Experience in multiple social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn Excellent proofreading and editing skills; strong attention to detail Good project management and time management skills/work within structure Ability to work in fast-paced environments and balance multiple projects Ensure all projects are delivered on-time and within scope Maintain clear communications with management on project status Nice to have Experience with Webtools, Hootsuite Ability to edit web content through WordPress Practical writing experience outside of the classroom Seeking at least one candidate that is familiar with Agriculture to adequately communicate the advances in Agricultural Technology being produced by many of the companies at Research Park. If applicable, please provide the extent of knowledge you have in this field in either your resume or cover letter For your application, please prepare: Resume Cover letter explaining how your experience makes you a good fir for this position Writing sample or social media post sample Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, we are looking to fill this position as soon as possible Compensation: Hourly wage will be $13.00 per hour based on experience and will be paid by the University of Illinois. Pending successful performance reviews, the internship can continue through multiple semesters and there is potential to be promoted into a leadership role. Questions? Email uirp-jobs@illinois.edu Click here to apply!

Do you enjoy telling stories through video and pictures? Do you get excited about being able to creatively document an event and show your work off to others? The Video Intern at the Research Park will demonstrate their multimedia capabilities along with their teamwork and project management skills by working on meaningful, high-impact projects. This internship will allow you to fine-tune and develop your videography and photography skills in a professional environment. Interns will collaborate and coordinate with Research Park leadership and the EnterpriseWorks intern team. Who We Are Research Park is a technology hub for corporate operations focusing on innovative, cutting-edge research and development. EnterpriseWorks is an award-winning incubator at the Research Park that focuses on science and research-based start-up companies commercializing technology from the University of Illinois. We have a multifaceted team of professionals and interns dedicated to helping our startups and corporations thrive in the Research Park. Our previous interns have gone on to work at companies including Korn Ferry, Google, Facebook, IBM, All State, Blue Bunny, Conversant, Yelp, Leo Burnett, Solstice, and Surface 51. What You’ll Do The Research Park hosts over 200 events annually and as a Video Intern, you will be responsible for capturing quality photos and videos of our virtual and in-house events. You will also be tasked with editing and recapping these events, plus creating videos to promote Research Park and EnterpriseWorks as a whole. You may also be assigned projects (promotional videos/photoshoots, etc.) for start-ups in the EnterpriseWorks incubator, where you and a team of interns will meet with the client to discuss the project timeline and expectations. You will be responsible for determining techniques to utilize for completion of the project. A storytelling mindset is valuable for an intern in this position to use as a frame of reference when editing footage. It is important to coordinate effectively with EnterpriseWorks staff and clients to execute all projects to their highest potential. Eligibility Requirements: You must meet these requirements to be eligible to apply for this internship. Graduation date must be May 2023 or after Must be a full-time enrolled student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign at the time of employment Applicants must be available to work 40 hours per week this Summer 2022 Qualifications: Ability to maintain clear communications with management on project status Strong photography and videography skills Strong proficiency with video editing software Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, etc.) Experience using a DSLR camera and camcorder Strong project management and organizational skills Ability to quickly solve new design problems Ability to work in fast-paced environments and balance multiple projects Ability to work on short deadlines Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Word and Excel Nice to Have: Experience with Zoom Ability to work in presentation software such as PowerPoint Experience with recording, editing videos for RSO’s/ class project Experience with Microsoft Teams Compensation: Hourly wage will be $13.00/hour and will be paid by the University of Illinois. Pending successful performance reviews, the internship can continue through multiple semesters and there is potential to be promoted into a leadership role. To apply, please prepare the following: Resume Cover letter explaining how your experience makes you a good fit for this position URL to a video YOU created Questions? Email uirp-jobs@illinois.edu Click here to apply!

Summary Do you love leading projects? Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented atmosphere? Get excited about entrepreneurship? Enjoy working with different types of people? The Project Coordinator position at the University of Illinois Research Park and EnterpriseWorks provides you the chance to apply your organizational and problem-solving skills to manage a variety of projects for a diverse group of clients including startups at EnterpriseWorks. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and can not only identify problems but is driven to create solutions. Who We Are Research Park is a technology hub for corporate operations focusing on innovative, cutting edge research and development. EnterpriseWorks is an award-winning incubator at the Research Park that focuses on science and research-based start-up companies commercializing technology from the University of Illinois. We have a multifaceted team of professionals and interns dedicated to helping our startups and corporations thrive in the Research Park. Our previous interns have gone on to work at companies including but not limited to: Google, Facebook, IBM, PepsiCo, Goldman Sachs, Denodo, All State, Yelp, Solstice, and Surface 51. What You Will Do As a Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing a wide range of projects. This includes assembling a team of interns to best fit the needs of each project and providing support to that team throughout the duration of the project. You will kick off projects by meeting with clients to gauge the scope of work, set client expectations, and determine timelines and deliverables. You will also create contracts outlining the agreed upon terms. You will help the team meet deadlines and ensure projects are executed and delivered successfully. The ideal candidate will be able to lead intern teams by providing support, tools to collaborate, and freedom to work. It is important to know when to step back, not micromanage, while also making sure the project is moving forward. Requirements: Graduation must be May 2023 or later Must be a full-time enrolled student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign at the time of employment Must be available to work full time during Summer 2022 Must have at least one semester of previous consulting or project management experience (can be in a student group of previous internship/work experience) Some evening or weekend hours may be required Preference will be given to graduate-level students; Undergraduates with experience will be considered on a case by case basis Qualifications: Strong ability to maintain clear communication with management on project status Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients Ability to manage several projects at once and previous project management experience Strong multitasking, time management and production skills Ability to self-manage and complete projects in a timely manner Strong organizational and teamwork skills Ability to quickly grasp a basic understanding of complex technologies such as WordPress and Adobe Illustrator Being creative and flexible with projects Nice to Have: A business perspective and marketing knowledge A basic understanding about logo design and website development workflow For your application, please prepare: Resume Cover letter explaining how your experience makes you a good fit for this position Project timeline you relied on in the past along with a detailed description of your process managing that project. If you do not have a timeline from a previous project, please create one to submit with a detailed description. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, we are looking to fill this role as soon as possible. Compensation: Hourly wage will be $13 per hour based on experience and will be paid by the University of Illinois. Pending successful performance reviews, the internship can continue through multiple semesters and there is potential to be promoted into a leadership role. Questions? Email uirp-jobs@illinois.edu Click here to apply online!

Summary Do you have a passion for creating websites? Do you get excited about entrepreneurship? Do you enjoy working with different types of people? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented atmosphere? The Front End Developer Intern will have the opportunity to work as part of an interdisciplinary team to create websites for a variety of clients. Throughout this internship, you will gain practical experience in web development while working in a fun and exciting environment. Who We Are Research Park is a technology hub for corporate operations focusing on innovative, cutting edge research and development. EnterpriseWorks is an award-winning incubator at the Research Park that focuses on science and research-based start-up companies commercializing technology from the University of Illinois. We have a multifaceted team of professionals and interns dedicated to helping our startups and corporations thrive in the Research Park. Previous EnterpriseWorks interns have gone onto work at companies including but not limited to: Google, Facebook, IBM, Denodo, All State, Blue Bunny, Yelp, Solstice, and Surface 51 What You’ll Do As a Front End Developer Intern at EnterpriseWorks, you will be able to work on websites for a variety of startup tenants. Some of the websites will be for more agriculture based startups and some may be for more tech startups. The project manager intern will incorporate a web developer into a team of interns to meet and discuss content desired by a client. The graphic designers and communication interns will provide the web developer with the materials that are needed to be implemented into the website to then be deployed onto a live server. To wrap up the project, the intern will be tasked with providing the client with the tools to edit and take over their website in its entirety. Eligibility Requirements: You must meet these requirements to be eligible for this internship. Graduation date of May 2023 or later Must be a full-time enrolled student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign at the time of employment Must be available to work 40hours/week in Summer 2022. Ideal candidates will continue on through future semesters. Qualifications: Experience with WordPress or other similar CMS Experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Ability to develop, implement and modify clients’ websites with WordPress platform then deploy those websites onto live servers Ability to adapt to new systems quickly Ability to work on tight deadlines and under pressure Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects Must have strong customer service skills Ability to work in a team environment Must maintain clear communications with management on project status Nice to have: Familiarity with WordPress Working knowledge of Elementor Project management or consulting experience Website design experience For your application, please prepare: Resume Cover letter explaining how your experience makes you a good fit for this position URL to a website YOU created Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, we are looking to fill this position as soon as possible Compensation: Hourly wage will be $13.00/hour and will be paid by the University of Illinois Pending successful performance reviews, the internship can continue through multiple semesters and there is the opportunity to be promoted into a leadership role. **Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Position is open until filled.   Questions? Email uirp-jobs@illinois.edu Click here to apply!

Overview: As a Graybar summer intern, you will get the opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world business scenarios. Our internship program is structured to provide exposure to different areas of our business, allowing you to learn about wholesale distribution and explore your career interests.   This opportunity is in partnership with the Graybar Innovation Lab, Research Park, at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Depending on student preferences, there is a strong likelihood of continuing your internship into the fall and spring academic semesters at the Lab.     In this role you will: Learn Graybar’s digital business: this may include product management, UI/UX design, the Graybar customer journey, search engine optimization (SEO) strategies, and our content management system (CMS)   Get hands-on experience with the above areas  Complete collaborative projects  Participate in professional networking  What you bring to the table: Must be a college junior graduating between December 2022 and May 2023  Majoring in a business-related degree with an emphasis in information systems, marketing, business administration, supply chain management, or similar. We also accept IT, students.  Positive attitude  Interested in a career with a wholesale distributor  Excellent academic standing    Application Process: For questions related to this internship, please contact Todd Hart at todd.hart@graybar.com, Site Director-Graybar Innovation Lab.  Please apply here!  Why should you join Graybar? At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership, and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees can grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.  That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.  Apply now and find out what’s next for you. At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! As a full-time employee of Graybar, you will accrue THREE weeks of vacation during your first 12 months, and will have access to a wide variety of our benefits. Benefits include: Medical Insurance and Prescription Drug, Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Profit Sharing Plan, 401(k) Savings Plan, Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays, Employee Recognition Program.