Posted by Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores

Req ID:
445806
Love's College Intern Program
The Love’s college internship program is frequently referred to as the best in Oklahoma City.
This rapidly growing program provides opportunities for students in multiple areas of the business to receive employee level experience, not just busy work.
Students also gain valuable knowledge that they can’t get in a classroom; they are guided through proper etiquette of a professional corporate setting.
With a high percentage of full time offers, Love’s takes the time to invest not only in the students, but in their future. Over the course of the summer, Love’s interns also participate in the following activities: + Experience multiple business operations + Q&A sessions with executives + Participation in Greater Grads: InternOKC + Community volunteering activities + Social-networking events + Instructor led Training (Technical and Soft Skills) + Mentor program + Structured performance feedback + Formal presentation to Love’s leadership
BASIC PURPOSE:
The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of tasks/projects that address the needs of the Corporate Development department and to facilitate a learning opportunity for the Intern.
The intern will assist in the effort for researching, analyzing, and reporting on businesses, new products, and other strategic opportunities for Love’s Family of Companies.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Handle and be discrete with confidential information which would have immediate impact on the company and counterparties if shared beyond its intended audience and relevant company management. + Research, organize and communicate information from various sources related to corporate development opportunities. + Identify and mine internal and external sources and market opportunities to attract new customers and generate business development opportunities. + Could require occasional travel. + Other duties assigned as needed.
EDUCATION AND
Experience:
+ Education: + HS Diploma or equivalent required + Currently enrolled in four-year university program, a sophomore level or above (pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Analytics, Marketing, or related degree). + Experience: + Past internship experience a plus but not necessary.
SKILLS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
+ Skills: + Strong communication, listening, and critical thinking skills. + Extremely well organized with attention to detail. + Computer skills, including heavy use of Microsoft Office products. + Typical Physical Demands: + Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping. + Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. + Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator. + Requires normal range of hearing and vision.
Job Function(s):
Corporate Love’s has been fueling customers’ journeys since 1964.
Innovation and perseverance continue to lead the way for the family-owned and -operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City with more than 40,000 team members in North America and Europe.
The company’s core business is travel stops and convenience stores with more than 630 locations in 42 states.
Love’s continues its commitment to offer products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, four-wheel customers, RVers, alternative fuel and wholesale fuel customers.
Giving back to communities Love’s serves and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace are hallmarks of the company’s award-winning culture. The Love’s Family of Companies includes: + Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets. + Speedco and Love’s Truck Care, the largest oil change and preventive maintenance and total truck care network. + Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader. + Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert. + TVC Pro-driver, a commercial driver’s license (CDL) protection subscription service. EOE-Protected Veterans/Disability