Internship - Business Management Associate, Retail and Pet Sales

General Mills

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About The Position

North America Retail (NAR) is our $11 billion retail food business in the U.S. and Canada. We have a diverse portfolio of iconic brands in 25 categories across grocery and convenience. In the U.S., one of NAR’s products can be found in 90% of households. North America Retail is a customer centric organization made up of four operating units: Walmart & Sam’s Club, Channels, Strategic Grocery and Regional Grocery. The 10,000-person NAR team includes Brand Management, Sales and strong functional teams in areas like Finance, Supply Chain, ITQ, HR, Consumer Insights and Legal. NAR’s vision is to be the undisputed leader in food, and we aspire to be the most innovative food company in North America.

Your career will be built through a variety of different roles and assignments, each designed to build the depth and breadth needed to transform into a future Sales leader for General Mills.
Introduction and training experiences
1-week, enhanced intern orientation and sales training
Foundational selling skills and product knowledge through structured curriculum and immersive field experiences
Best in class individualized development for professional success
Types of potential projects and exposure
Active engagement/ownership on a variety of sales division projects, each designed to build depth and breadth of understanding of our business and customers
Utilize business dynamics and analytical tools to provide solution-based insights to sell and influence decision-makers
Recommend core business strategies and receive hands-on experience internally and with customers
Work on business development, product introductions, category management, pricing and analytics
Build internal and external relationships through cross-functional projects, trade shows, mentorships, and diversity organizations
Presentation to senior leadership at the end of your internship
Professional performance feedback
Two performance appraisals will provide you with expectations, objectives and progress
North American Retail (NAR) business delivers profitable growth with sales to grocery stores, club channels, drug and discount stores, and ecommerce.

Potential starting locations include Minneapolis, MN; Scottsdale, AZ; Rogers, AR; Cincinnati, OH; Philadelphia, PA.
Relocation for subsequent roles is critical for progression within our Sales Division.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, Open to all majors
• December 2026 or May 2027

Nice To Haves

• Majors in Business, Communications and Liberal Arts
• Strong academic record
• Strong interpersonal skills, high learning agility, analytical and decision-making skills
• Exemplary people, technical, and process leadership ready to take initiative and add value to their team

Responsibilities

• Active engagement/ownership on a variety of sales division projects, each designed to build depth and breadth of understanding of our business and customers
• Utilize business dynamics and analytical tools to provide solution-based insights to sell and influence decision-makers
• Recommend core business strategies and receive hands-on experience internally and with customers
• Work on business development, product introductions, category management, pricing and analytics
• Build internal and external relationships through cross-functional projects, trade shows, mentorships, and diversity organizations
• Presentation to senior leadership at the end of your internship

Benefits

• Relocation and Housing assistance (if eligible)
• a summer of learning and fun featuring networking opportunities with company leaders
• comprehensive health benefits
• wellbeing resources
• other valuable perks

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern