At Food Bank For New York City, our greatest asset is our people. Our dedicated team, known proudly as “Food Bankers” represents a diverse community united by a shared mission: To empower every New Yorker to achieve food security for good. We’re a collaborative, driven, and passionate team dedicated to social impact. If you’re energized by purpose-driven work and a values-led culture, we’d love to meet you.
The Operations Intern works within the Operations department. This department is responsible for the receiving and distribution of our products while also maintaining a clean and safe work environment. To support these tasks, this position will:
- Learn the overall cycle of the Food banking process
- Work daily with the Warehouse and Transportation teams to learn Operation processes
- Learning correlations between Warehouse Operations and Transportation
- Assist Operations teams with data analytics to help implement more efficient processes for our operations
- Assist in AIB audit preparations to maintain and organize documentation
Skills:
- Compassionate, patient, and sensitive to the needs of people experiencing food insecurity
- Basic computer skills; typing, data entry, Outlook, Microsoft Suite
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to lift 50lbs and stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to follow safety protocols
Benefits:
- Completion of a project that will impact on the work being done at The Food Bank for New York City.
- Time with senior executives at intern specific fireside chats
- Presentation skills, present your completed project(s) to The Food Bank stakeholders
- Knowledge of food systems, food safety, and food sustainability
- Experience working in the non-profit space.
- Networking opportunity with professionals in the field