Information Technology Intern

Information Technology InternshipProgram DatesMay 27, 2026 – August 7, 2026About Wakefern Food Corp.Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets®, Gourmet Garage®, Di Bruno Bros®, and Morton Williams® banners. Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best in class procurement practices.Your contributionThis internship position is a great opportunity for a student majoring in Information Technology, or another related field to gain hands-on experience working with Wakefern’s Tech Department.The intern will function independently and as a member of a project team under the general direction of senior staff members. They must establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with department staff members, operating personnel, customers and vendor representatives in order to carry out this function. The intern will perform a variety of tasks and receive valuable industry exposure throughout the summer.We are hiring interns across the following functions within Information Technology:InfrastructureMerchandising & Category ManagementPoint of Sale, Payment & PharmHR/Legal Systems & Retail ServicesBusiness of ITLogistics & Supply Chain InnovationReplenishment & Warehouse Management What you will doProgram modifications (i.e., program maintenance)Program & Project testing (including test data development)Job control and operating instruction preparationData analysisIntroductory programming opportunities Project and program documentationProject implementation and follow-upUser training and preparation of user manualsCompliance with departmental standards, procedures and policiesCompletion of educational and professional development coursesEstablish and maintain appropriate working relationships with CISD staff members, operating personnel, customers and vendor representatives in order to carry out this functionProvide technical direction and assistance as requiredWhat we are looking forInterns are required to comply with the 5-day in-person attendance policy for the programMust be at least 18 years oldMust have completed 24 college credits with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or betterWill be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate school for fall Successful completion of a substance abuse test and background check is requiredStrong MS Office skills (Excel, Word and PowerPoint required)Valid driver's license and flexibility with regard to travel requiredStrong interpersonal, analytical and customer service skills with the ability to multitask and manage time effectivelyExcellent communication skills (written, oral and presentation)Ability to exhibit proper business etiquette when dealing with all levels of the organizationPrevious work experience in a retail environment is beneficialCompany PerksVibrant Food Centric CultureCorporate Training and Development University Collaborative Team EnvironmentEducational WorkshopsNetworking OpportunitiesVolunteer OpportunitiesCompensation and Benefits: First year Tech Interns will be paid at $17.00 per hour. Returning Tech interns will be paid at $18.00 per hour. Master’s students will be paid at $19.00 per hour. Interns are not eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off and holidays.