Internship: Cross-Departmental

ABOUT US

We are a family owned, purpose led sports nutrition manufacturer born and based in Berkeley since 1993, and still the leader in sports nutrition gels. We believe movement is everything – it makes us feel alive, and we serve a global community of athletes, beginners and world record setters, who are discovering and pushing their human potential. 

We’re a member of 1% for the Planet, and we strive to be the most impactful sports nutrition brand. Through our products, our partnerships, and programs like GU Gives, we work to support peak athletic performance, expand access to an active life, and protect the environments we live and play in. 

ABOUT PROJECT-BASED INTERNSHIP  

Our internship program is designed to introduce students and recent grads to the inner workings of a sports nutrition company, to strengthen our work by the influence of fresh perspective and talent, and to teach skills in the following cross-departmental areas:  Research & Development, Science & Nutrition, People & Community, Sales, and Customer Service.

We offer hands-on work experience on real projects, and exposure to a great company culture that is friendly, fun, and encourages a healthy and active life!   

DETAILS

This is a project-based internship program, not by semester or year-round. Time frames are determined by projects, typically between 6-8 weeks, 5 hours per day, and 3 days per week. 

This year, this internship will support projects across departments, providing a unique opportunity to experience different sides of the business. The tentative start date for this internship is within the first two weeks of June. 

We have a limited number of internships available each year – if you are interested, we suggest applying ASAP as the pool is competitive. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

In order to qualify for GU’s Internship Program, you must be...  

• at least 18 years of age AND 

• legally authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer  

• be based in California during internship and be able to commute to Berkeley CA  

• enrolled (or pending enrollment) in college OR  

• a recent graduate (2 years post undergraduate or graduate degree)   

TERMS  

• This is a paid internship and subject to the at-will nature of employment at Advanced Food Concepts, Inc., “GU Energy Labs.”  If accepted and placed, you will receive an individual acceptance offer letter which further details the terms and your rate of pay.   

• Interns are typically not eligible for company benefits, they may however be eligible to participate in some of the on-site wellness programs.  

• Interns will be required to submit a written summary about their experience at the end of their internship.  

• This program does not proactively provide educational credits.  If you are participating in a college or university program that accepts our program and provides educational credit for it, GU can provide verification of completion.   

• We do not offer relocation or housing assistance.  

ADDITIONAL INFO 

• If accepted, you may be required to provide proof of enrollment or recent graduation.   

• By applying with your resume and cover letter, you are affirming that you have read and understood the internship program guidelines, you qualify for the program based on the program guidelines, you are at least 18 years old, and that all the information you provided is true and correct.