Overview PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to leaders on the frontline, we are excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place. Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you are invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone is invited. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you ar from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you will have the opportunity to learn, develop, and grow our unique skill sets at work. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact. Join us. Dare for Better. Nationwide Opportunities The Chicago Sales Associate Intern Program reflects national field-based roles across the US, as well as a Chicago-based Sales rotational program that supports PepsiCo’s warehouse-delivered brands. The Quaker/Gatorade Warehouse Sales Associate Intern Program is a 10-week internship opportunity in Chicago, IL to work on either the Gatorade or Quaker businesses, completing projects designed for you to gain critical experiences in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) industry warehouse businesses. Responsibilities What you can expect: Own and solve an individual business challenge with real impact to the business and your team Learn the PepsiCo selling foundation: use fact-based selling skills and deliver win-win solutions for both the retailer/consumer and PepsiCo Use your creativity and entrepreneurial mindset to produce a solution that would enable PepsiCo to grow volume & revenue to achieve key metrics Successfully interact with peers and key stakeholders to understand the situation, and game plan potential solutions to the assigned problem Use your analytical skills to collect, chart, and interpret statistical data; decipher key data points to highlight and leverage as part of your solution/recommendation Prepare and present a final presentation to your team, manager, and peers summarizing your internship experience, problem to solve, and recommended solution Collaborate with fellow interns on a group project to demonstrate your teamwork and creativity in your “Shark Tank” pitch to Senior Leadership Recent intern projects have included: As part of our summer internship program, we aim to provide an experience designed for you to gain functional knowledge of sales and an opportunity to achieve results through the completion of a real-world sales-based project. Previous Projects as examples: Developing a selling strategy for Gatorade Equipment to enter grocery store retailers Developing a tool that analyzes effectiveness of different promotion structures/price points to determine which had the highest return for the investment, etc Qualifications What we’re looking for: Self-starting individuals who possess the passion and drive to win Resilience and adaptability to solve problems Ability to discern priorities and remain organized as business needs evolve Strong work ethic and heightened sense of urgency to operate successfully in a fast-paced environment Proven leadership throughout your academic career (on- or off- campus). Previous selling and/or customer service experience (on- or off-campus; either through part time jobs, internship, or academic clubs) Pursuing a Degree in: Management, Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Professional Selling (other related majors will be considered) Minimum Qualifications - Each candidate is expected to: Graduate with Bachelor’s degree within one (1) year of internship completion This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States Have a valid driver’s license and access to an automobile to drive to various sales locations for duration of time in role EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy. The expected compensation hourly pay ranges for hires into our 2024 campus intern openings is $20.50 - $39.60/hour Role, degree discipline, degree level, and location are part of the process when determining actual starting salary for positions Hourly pay for our campus hires is pre-determined and non-negotiable We love to convert our interns to full time opportunities! Our full time positions have a comprehensive benefits package that include: Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan Please view our Pay Transparency Statement
What we’re looking for: Self-starting individuals who possess the passion and drive to win Resilience and adaptability to solve problems Ability to discern priorities and remain organized as business needs evolve Strong work ethic and heightened sense of urgency to operate successfully in a fast-paced environment Proven leadership throughout your academic career (on- or off- campus). Previous selling and/or customer service experience (on- or off-campus; either through part time jobs, internship, or academic clubs) Pursuing a Degree in: Management, Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Professional Selling (other related majors will be considered) Minimum Qualifications - Each candidate is expected to: Graduate with Bachelor’s degree within one (1) year of internship completion This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States Have a valid driver’s license and access to an automobile to drive to various sales locations for duration of time in role
What you can expect: Own and solve an individual business challenge with real impact to the business and your team Learn the PepsiCo selling foundation: use fact-based selling skills and deliver win-win solutions for both the retailer/consumer and PepsiCo Use your creativity and entrepreneurial mindset to produce a solution that would enable PepsiCo to grow volume & revenue to achieve key metrics Successfully interact with peers and key stakeholders to understand the situation, and game plan potential solutions to the assigned problem Use your analytical skills to collect, chart, and interpret statistical data; decipher key data points to highlight and leverage as part of your solution/recommendation Prepare and present a final presentation to your team, manager, and peers summarizing your internship experience, problem to solve, and recommended solution Collaborate with fellow interns on a group project to demonstrate your teamwork and creativity in your “Shark Tank” pitch to Senior Leadership Recent intern projects have included: As part of our summer internship program, we aim to provide an experience designed for you to gain functional knowledge of sales and an opportunity to achieve results through the completion of a real-world sales-based project. Previous Projects as examples: Developing a selling strategy for Gatorade Equipment to enter grocery store retailers Developing a tool that analyzes effectiveness of different promotion structures/price points to determine which had the highest return for the investment, etc