What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Management Internship position at KLN Family Brands?
Business Management
Internship
KLN Family Brands/Kenny’s Candy & Confections
College Juniors and Seniors…We’re looking for you!
Our Story
KLN Family Brands is a 3 rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products.
At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships, and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.”
Some companies have to “fudge the story” a little. Some need the extra “spin” to shine a positive light on themselves. That’s not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that’s not what we do. We tell the story of our brand – our people , the quality & safety of our products, our tradition & trust , our bold innovation , and the way we treat our community & beyond . We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we’re a pretty amazing company.
We’re looking for a Business Management Intern for the summer of 2027 that is serious about a career in food manufacturing, specifically within the confectionary industry. If you are willing to learn from the best and have a desire to participate in the growth of some of the fastest growing brands in the confectionary industry, you’ve stumbled upon the right job.
The Opportunity
As a Business Management Intern, you’ll work closely with our Production Managers and the entire operations team to gain hands-on experience that will help you understand the day-to-day responsibilities of a Production Supervisor.
Daily Duties And Responsibilities
The starting hourly rate of pay is $17.94 and will be a percentage of industry standards based on typical full-time starting salaries, and will depend on your year in school and timeline to graduation.
Potential
Interns who demonstrate exceptional performance and a passion for our business may have the opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation.
Internship
KLN Family Brands/Kenny’s Candy & Confections
College Juniors and Seniors…We’re looking for you!
Our Story
KLN Family Brands is a 3 rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products.
At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships, and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.”
Some companies have to “fudge the story” a little. Some need the extra “spin” to shine a positive light on themselves. That’s not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that’s not what we do. We tell the story of our brand – our people , the quality & safety of our products, our tradition & trust , our bold innovation , and the way we treat our community & beyond . We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we’re a pretty amazing company.
We’re looking for a Business Management Intern for the summer of 2027 that is serious about a career in food manufacturing, specifically within the confectionary industry. If you are willing to learn from the best and have a desire to participate in the growth of some of the fastest growing brands in the confectionary industry, you’ve stumbled upon the right job.
The Opportunity
As a Business Management Intern, you’ll work closely with our Production Managers and the entire operations team to gain hands-on experience that will help you understand the day-to-day responsibilities of a Production Supervisor.
Daily Duties And Responsibilities
- Work with the operations and continuous improvement teams to learn the business operation and the role of all supervisors and managers
- This will include managing people, collecting data, attending meetings, checking and testing the quality of products, performing equipment inspections, conducting quality control checks, and supporting all team members
- Innovation and creativity
- Goal setting and KPI measurement
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork and leadership
- At least a Junior in college pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- The ability to dedicate 10-12 weeks to the internship program for the summer of 2027
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- The ability to work in a team atmosphere and be a great co-worker
- The ability to work on-site at our Perham, MN facility for the summer
The starting hourly rate of pay is $17.94 and will be a percentage of industry standards based on typical full-time starting salaries, and will depend on your year in school and timeline to graduation.
Potential
Interns who demonstrate exceptional performance and a passion for our business may have the opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation.
Salary : $18