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Sustainability Intern

Aspire Bakeries
Los Angeles, CA Intern
POSTED ON 2/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery , Otis Spunkmeyer , and Oakrun Farm Bakery . With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers' expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

Are you looking for an internship that goes beyond just checking a box for graduation? At Aspire Bakeries, we offer a hands-on, immersive experience where you'll dive into the art and science of how a business operates-from idea to execution, critical decision-making, and cross-functional teamwork.

As an intern at Aspire Bakeries, you won't just be an observer-you'll be a valued part of Aspire Bakeries, contributing to the creation of our beloved La Brea Bakery breads, Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, muffins, and cakes that bring joy to millions every day.

The Sustainability Intern will support the CSR team with our annual CSR report publication, ESG data collection, sustainability project implementation, recycling program enhancements, as well as support with food donation coordination.

This is more than an internship-it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make an impact in a fast-paced, dynamic industry. We can't wait to meet you!

Responsibilities :

  • Support annual CSR Report publication
  • ESG data collection & streamlining reporting
  • Support CA climate risk report compliance
  • Support with ongoing sustainability capital projects
  • Support enhancements of recycling program
  • Research grant and incentive opportunities
  • Support with donations
  • Potential Projects :

Enhance annual CSR Report

  • Improve / optimize current ESG data collection
  • Support climate risk report compliance for SB-261
  • Do a mass balance of waste going to landfill at our bakeries
  • Research grant and incentive opportunities at federal, state, and local level for sustainability projects
  • Provide additional support for food donation coordination
  • Qualifications :

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Studies, or other Related Field; preference for intern in Junior year
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Program Eligibility :

  • Must be able to work full-time for a minimum of 9 consecutive weeks
  • Must be able to work from the assigned location, Monday-Thursday with the flexibility to work remotely each Friday
  • Must pass pre-employment background and drug screening with satisfactory results
  • Hourly Rate : $20.00

    Benefits Designed with You in Mind

    At Aspire Bakeries, we're committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes :

    Health & Wellness :

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Optional voluntary benefits
  • Work-Life Balance :

  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Financial Security :

  • Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Continuous Growth :

  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Flexible Spending :
  • HSA and FSA options
  • Performance-Based Rewards :

    We value your hard work and dedication. That's why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to your role :

  • Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) : Recognizing individual and team achievements.
  • Sales Incentive Plan (SIP) : Rewarding excellence in sales performance.
  • Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP) : Focused on achieving bakery-specific performance goals.
  • At Aspire Bakeries, we believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do!

    Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed In this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

    Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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