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Location : Name

Onalaska Support Office

Company Overview

ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:

We are a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate 40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.

At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You’ll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests – even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.

Job Summary

Job Title: Public Relations Intern

Department: Community Involvement

Hours: 20-30 per week

Under the direction of the Community Involvement Team, the Public Relations Internship will provide the opportunity to gain valuable event planning experience, build collaborative relationships with Festival partners, and grow leadership skills through tasks focusing on community engagement.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with the Community Involvement team and Festival Social Media team to promote events on behalf of Festival Foods
Oversee and assist with the Festival Foods Fireworks across the state of Wisconsin to confirm event logistics, fireworks partners, City confirmations, etc.
Assist with Festival Foods Turkey Trot sponsorship packages, on-site activations, and community partners
Assist with the Festival Foods Big Cart, once in-season, for events and on-site activations
Continously live Boomerang Basic #20 - Be a Brand Ambassador
Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Pursuing (junior or senior status) B.A. in the following preferable degree(s): public relations, journalism, communications, advertising, marketing, human services or related field

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of basic computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)
Ability to manage one’s own time effectively in order to meet required deadlines

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Sitting or standing 50% of the time
Bending, stretching, and occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. is required

WORK SCHEDULE

The Public Relations Intern is a part-time, hourly position.

Benefits Overview

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:

Associate Discount: Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.

Weekly Pay & Premium Pay: Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.

Two-Week Advanced Scheduling: Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.

Vision & Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.

Support: Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.

Save for Your Future: Offering both a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan, we’re proud to support our associates in planning for retirement by offering two retirement savings plans. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals. Our ESOP is a retirement plan above and beyond a 401(k) plan that gives associates “free” ownership in the company and an opportunity to share in Festival’s growth and success. Associates are given shares based on their years of service and earnings. At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Festival Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and our community strengthen our ability to serve our guests, as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.

Address

3800 Emerald Drive E

City

Onalaska

State

Postal Code

54650

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