2026 Summer Intern: Commercial Strategy & Market Development Foodservice (MBA/Grad)

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

About the Experience:

ofi’s internship program is a great way to gain relevant experience to jump-start your career.  You will work closely with exceptional talent, building on our purpose to “Be the Change for Good Food and a Healthy Future” and contributing to critical work for the business. As a Summer 2026 Intern, you will have opportunities to learn and contribute to what’s on trend in food & beverage while building a robust network, demonstrating leadership skills, and having fun.  

About the Role:

The Commercial Strategy & Market Development intern will collaborate closely with the North America Commercial Leadership Team and help shape how we enter and grow within the foodservice channel. This internship offers hands-on exposure to commercial strategy, customer insights, and go-to-market planning. Project work will support high impact growth initiatives and provide visibility into how a global company builds and scales new growth platforms.

The ideal candidate should be in good standing with an accredited university pursuing and have a desire to pursue a career within the food industry. The desire to learn in a fast-paced environment while working across functions and geographies will be required for success in this internship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Analysis: marketing mapping and competitive analysis, collecting, analysing, and interpreting internal and external data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Strategy Development: new customer mapping, outreach automation, and development of sales strategies to achieve business objectives.
• Reporting: Creating detailed reports and dashboards to present findings to internal leadership and stakeholders.
• Performance Monitoring: Tracking sales performance against targets and identifying areas for improvement.
• Collaboration: Working cross functionally to support volume and financial goals.

Project:

• Identify a path and put in place the framework to increase sales volumes and profitability

What You’ll Bring:

• Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university, working toward an MBA or Graduate degree.
• Strong strategic thinking with ability to turn data into clear business recommendations.
• Excel Intermediate level with knowledge for data modelling and analytics.
• Strong executive communication and storytelling skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment.
• Must possess a high degree of initiative, tenacity and resourcefulness.

What You’ll Gain:

At ofi, we don’t just offer internships, we provide an engaging summer intern experience built on impact, inclusion, and innovation. Come grow with us!

• Hands-on Experience – contribute to high impact projects at a global organization

• Professional development – continuous learning & development opportunities, mentorship, and exposure to leadership and cross functional teams.

• Inclusive Culture – join a diverse global team that values curiosity, collaboration, innovation, and sustainability – bring your authentic self to work every day.

The pay for this role in the state of IL  is $22-$50/hour and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location.

Interns whose permanent addresses more than 35 miles from the work location are eligible for a stipend to offset relocation and housing costs. 

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.