Accounting Intern - Summer 2027

SpartanNash • Grand Rapids, MI

15h • Onsite

About The Position

As an intern with C&S/SpartanNash, you will gain hands-on experience in the wholesale grocery industry and contribute to meaningful projects while learning about the operations of a large privately held company. You will work alongside fellow interns and employees, build a professional network, and participate in professional development and social activities.

The internship offers opportunities to support finance areas such as General Accounting, Gross Profits, Retail Accounting, Financial Planning, Financial Services, and Tax. Interns will use and receive training on Oracle Fusion, Excel, and Smartview, collaborate with business partners across the organization, and complete an end-of-internship presentation showcasing their learning objectives. This is a paid, full-time, 12-week internship running from May to August 2027.

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.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Able to think creatively and solve problems.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Curious, with initiative and willingness to learn and contribute.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite of products is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support areas including General Accounting, Gross Profits, Retail Accounting, Financial Planning, Financial Services, and Tax.
• Assist with daily operations and administrative tasks within the assigned department.
• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, and other documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and enhance 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 positive professional relationships across departments.
• Complete special projects as assigned by the manager.
• Complete an end-of-internship presentation showcasing the completion of learning objectives.
• Use and receive training on Oracle Fusion, Excel, and Smartview.
• Work with business partners including transportation, operations, IT, procurement, and HR.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Meaningful, hands-on work experience tied to the intern's course of study.
• 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