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Process Safety Management roles require F-1 students to integrate hazard analysis, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance work directly into their engineering or occupational safety curriculum. CPT authorization from your DSO must reflect that connection explicitly, naming the employer and the specific PSM functions tied to your degree program.
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Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Looking to build connections, careers, and a future at one of North America's largest food service distributors? Do this and more as a Gordon Food Service intern at our Home Office!
Our 12-week paid internship program offers firsthand experience and meaningful projects that have an impact on our business. Throughout the program, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that will expose you to various aspects of our industry.
Build Connections By:
Working alongside our Food Safety and Quality department team that serves our customers, employees, and partners across North America and Canada. Collaborating with other Gordon Food Service interns and employees in the following areas:
- Communications
- Finance
- Accounting
- Human Resources
- IT
- Marketing & Merchandising
- Supply Chain
- Sales
Build a Career:
In the Food Safety and Quality department by:
- Product Review: The intern will assist in evaluating imported and commodity products to ensure they meet established food safety and quality standards. This may include reviewing product specifications, ingredient lists, and processing methods.
- Specification Review and Approval: A key responsibility will be to review and facilitate the approval process for product specifications. This involves ensuring all necessary details are accurately documented and comply with regulatory and internal requirements.
- Supplier Qualification Document Review: The intern will be involved in examining documentation submitted by potential and existing suppliers to verify their adherence to food safety and quality protocols. This will contribute to maintaining a robust and compliant supplier network.
- Food Safety Related Project: In addition to these ongoing responsibilities, the intern will be assigned a specific food safety related project. The scope and nature of this project will be determined, providing an opportunity for the intern to apply their knowledge and contribute to a meaningful initiative within the department. This project will allow for the development of practical skills and a deeper understanding of food safety challenges in the imports and commodities sector.
Build the Future by:
Being an intern at Gordon Food Service, North America's largest family-owned broadline food service distributor and working alongside our department:
- Attending unique networking opportunities in and outside the office.
- Engaging in our mentorship program.
- Shadowing jobs across the organization to explore your career path potential.
- Participating in Gordon Food Services’ community and stewardship efforts.
- Developing personal and professional skills through workshops about communication, LinkedIn, presenting, and more.
- Embedding directly with a team that treats AI as a core collaborator. You will gain hands-on experience using and developing intelligent systems to deliver real-world business impact.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Meet the following qualifications to be considered for our 2027 internship program:
- Currently enrolled in a university pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Food Safety, biology, environmental health and related fields.
- Must be authorized to work in the US.
- Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Taking advantage of our competitive benefits package including:
- Paid Weekly
- Flex Hours
- Gordon Food Service Store Discount
- Employee Assistance Program
Ready to start building? Apply today!
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Looking to build connections, careers, and a future at one of North America's largest food service distributors? Do this and more as a Gordon Food Service intern at our Home Office!
Our 12-week paid internship program offers firsthand experience and meaningful projects that have an impact on our business. Throughout the program, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that will expose you to various aspects of our industry.
Build Connections By:
Working alongside our Food Safety and Quality department team that serves our customers, employees, and partners across North America and Canada. Collaborating with other Gordon Food Service interns and employees in the following areas:
- Communications
- Finance
- Accounting
- Human Resources
- IT
- Marketing & Merchandising
- Supply Chain
- Sales
Build a Career:
In the Food Safety and Quality department by:
- Product Review: The intern will assist in evaluating imported and commodity products to ensure they meet established food safety and quality standards. This may include reviewing product specifications, ingredient lists, and processing methods.
- Specification Review and Approval: A key responsibility will be to review and facilitate the approval process for product specifications. This involves ensuring all necessary details are accurately documented and comply with regulatory and internal requirements.
- Supplier Qualification Document Review: The intern will be involved in examining documentation submitted by potential and existing suppliers to verify their adherence to food safety and quality protocols. This will contribute to maintaining a robust and compliant supplier network.
- Food Safety Related Project: In addition to these ongoing responsibilities, the intern will be assigned a specific food safety related project. The scope and nature of this project will be determined, providing an opportunity for the intern to apply their knowledge and contribute to a meaningful initiative within the department. This project will allow for the development of practical skills and a deeper understanding of food safety challenges in the imports and commodities sector.
Build the Future by:
Being an intern at Gordon Food Service, North America's largest family-owned broadline food service distributor and working alongside our department:
- Attending unique networking opportunities in and outside the office.
- Engaging in our mentorship program.
- Shadowing jobs across the organization to explore your career path potential.
- Participating in Gordon Food Services’ community and stewardship efforts.
- Developing personal and professional skills through workshops about communication, LinkedIn, presenting, and more.
- Embedding directly with a team that treats AI as a core collaborator. You will gain hands-on experience using and developing intelligent systems to deliver real-world business impact.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Meet the following qualifications to be considered for our 2027 internship program:
- Currently enrolled in a university pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Food Safety, biology, environmental health and related fields.
- Must be authorized to work in the US.
- Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Taking advantage of our competitive benefits package including:
- Paid Weekly
- Flex Hours
- Gordon Food Service Store Discount
- Employee Assistance Program
Ready to start building? Apply today!
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
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Get Access To All JobsProcess Safety Management CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Process Safety Management work qualify as an integral part of my curriculum for CPT?
Yes, if your degree program includes coursework in chemical engineering, industrial safety, occupational health, or risk management, PSM roles directly map to those academic requirements. Your DSO will evaluate the connection between your specific job duties and your program of study. Duties like process hazard analysis, incident investigation, or regulatory compliance documentation are strong matches for engineering and safety curricula.
Can I work full-time on CPT in a Process Safety Management role during the academic year?
Full-time CPT during the academic year is permitted but carries a significant consequence: 12 months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your eligibility for OPT after graduation. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not affect OPT eligibility regardless of duration. Most PSM employers who hire CPT students offer part-time arrangements tied to specific project phases to preserve your post-graduation options.
What job titles in Process Safety Management are typically available to F-1 CPT students?
Common CPT-eligible titles include Process Safety Engineer Intern, HSE Analyst, Risk Management Intern, and Process Hazard Analysis Coordinator. O*NET classifies core PSM functions under occupational health and safety specialist and industrial engineer categories. Roles focused on documentation, data analysis, and audit support are most accessible to students, since they don't require professional licensure to perform under supervision.
How do I find Process Safety Management employers who are open to hiring F-1 CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with a history of sponsoring F-1 students in engineering and safety roles. PSM-intensive industries include petroleum refining, chemical manufacturing, and water treatment, all of which operate under mandatory OSHA PSM coverage and regularly bring on students for project-based work. Targeting employers in these sectors improves your odds of finding structured CPT programs with defined deliverables.
Will my CPT employer need to file anything with USCIS or DOL during my internship?
CPT requires no filing with USCIS or DOL. Your F-1 status and CPT authorization are managed entirely by your school's DSO, who records the authorization in SEVIS. The employer simply verifies your I-20 and EAD-equivalent documentation during I-9 completion. If you later pursue H-1B visa sponsorship with the same employer, they would then file an LCA with DOL and a petition with USCIS, but that process is separate from your CPT period entirely.