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Talent Acquisition Intern jobs let F-1 students apply recruiting theory directly in industry, making them a natural CPT fit when your program includes HR, organizational behavior, or workforce planning coursework. Your DSO must confirm the role integrates with your curriculum before you start, and CPT authorization is employer-specific.
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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 Talent Acquisition 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 Talent Acquisition department by:
- Supporting various business units across USD and Shared Services
- Supporting full-cycle recruitment by sourcing candidate pipelines and conducting initial phone screens for high-volume and specialized positions across US Distribution.
- Coordinating and scheduling virtual/in-person interview blocks, ensuring seamless communication and a positive experience for all candidates.
- Assisting with job fair preparations, and social media recruitment campaigns to boost employer branding.
- Maintaining candidate tracking, log interview feedback, and contribute to process improvement projects within the TA function.
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 by:
- 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 Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial / Organizational Psychology, Communications or related field.
- 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 Talent Acquisition 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 Talent Acquisition department by:
- Supporting various business units across USD and Shared Services
- Supporting full-cycle recruitment by sourcing candidate pipelines and conducting initial phone screens for high-volume and specialized positions across US Distribution.
- Coordinating and scheduling virtual/in-person interview blocks, ensuring seamless communication and a positive experience for all candidates.
- Assisting with job fair preparations, and social media recruitment campaigns to boost employer branding.
- Maintaining candidate tracking, log interview feedback, and contribute to process improvement projects within the TA function.
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 by:
- 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 Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial / Organizational Psychology, Communications or related field.
- 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 JobsTalent Acquisition Intern CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Talent Acquisition Intern role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your academic program includes coursework in human resources, organizational behavior, workforce planning, or a related field. Your DSO will review the job description against your enrolled courses to confirm the role is an integral part of your curriculum. A generic internship listing isn't enough. You'll need to show the specific connection between the job duties and your coursework when you submit your CPT request.
Can I do CPT at a staffing agency or recruiting firm instead of an in-house HR team?
Yes. CPT can be authorized at staffing agencies, executive search firms, or RPO providers, not just in-house talent acquisition departments. The determining factor is whether your daily work involves recruiting activities that tie to your academic program. Your I-20 will list the specific employer, so if you're placed at a client site through the agency, confirm with your DSO how that arrangement is documented.
How do I find employers that regularly hire F-1 students for talent acquisition internships?
Migrate Mate lets you filter by employers with F-1 hiring history in HR and recruiting roles using DOL filing data. This is more reliable than browsing general intern listings, since it shows you which companies have actually sponsored work-authorized candidates rather than which ones simply post open positions.
Will full-time CPT as a Talent Acquisition Intern affect my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT authorized for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, doesn't affect OPT. Most Talent Acquisition Internships run 10 to 12 weeks full-time, which keeps you under the 12-month threshold. If an employer wants to extend your internship, calculate your cumulative full-time CPT days carefully before agreeing and confirm with your DSO.
What happens if my CPT end date passes but my internship isn't finished?
Working past your authorized CPT end date is unauthorized employment, which carries serious immigration consequences including potential F-1 status violations. If your project or internship needs to extend, contact your DSO before the current authorization expires and request an updated I-20 with a new end date. Your employer will need to provide documentation of the extended engagement for your DSO to process the update.