Accounting Intern - Summer 2027

SpartanNash • Grand Rapids, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that distributes grocery and household goods through a global supply chain network. The Accounting Intern will gain hands-on experience in the wholesale grocery industry, contribute to meaningful projects, and learn about the operations of a large privately held company. The internship is based at 850 76th Street S.W., Byron Center, Michigan 49315, and runs full-time for 12 weeks from May to August 2027.

The intern may support General Accounting, Gross Profits, Retail Accounting, Financial Planning, Financial Services, or Tax. The role includes department operations and administrative work, reporting and presentations, process improvement, special projects, and collaboration with colleagues and business partners. Interns receive training on technologies including Oracle Fusion, Excel, and Smartview, and take part in professional development, networking, mentoring, and team activities. At the end of the internship, the intern will present on completion of learning objectives.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree at an accredited college or university.
• In good academic standing.
• Sophomore, junior, or senior standing at the time of the internship.
• Currently majoring in Accounting or a related Finance program.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to think creatively and solve problems.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Curious, takes initiative, and willing to learn and contribute.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite of products.

Responsibilities

• Support areas including General Accounting, Gross Profits, Retail Accounting, Financial Planning, Financial Services, and Tax.
• Assist with daily operations and administrative tasks in the assigned department.
• Support preparation of presentations, reports, and other documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and efficiency.
• Attend meetings, take notes, and contribute ideas and insights.
• Help enhance department tools, templates, and methodologies.
• Gain exposure to and knowledge of department functions.
• Develop professional relationships across departments.
• Complete special projects as assigned by the manager.
• Prepare an end-of-internship presentation demonstrating completion of learning objectives.
• Use and receive training on Oracle Fusion, Excel, and Smartview.
• Work with business partners such as transportation, operations, IT, procurement, and HR.
• Gain professional development experience in a corporate setting.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Professional development through online courses and instructor-led workshops.
• Dedicated mentor and buddy support, including shadowing opportunities.
• Social events and team-building activities with fellow interns and the department.
• Networking opportunities with managers and leaders across the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern