For more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is the #1 sugar confectioner in the United States. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of nearly 9,000 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 20 popular brands like Brach’s®, NERDS®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli® to more than 66 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products under brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100 in Brazil. Additionally, Jelly Belly, known world-wide for its confections, was acquired in November of 2023.

Supply Chain Internship - Summer 2025

Job Location: ​Chicago​

Chicago

Want to make an impact?

In our highly competitive 10-week intern program, you will have the opportunity to be part of Ferrara’s world class supply chain with experiences ranging from supply/demand planning, seasonal operations planning, transportation/distribution, procurement and more. You will have tremendous opportunities for growth and leadership development. This is a summer internship role for undergraduate juniors based at our downtown Chicago headquarters.

Ways you will make a difference

  • Lead by example – be a collaborative, team-player who builds a strong rapport with supply chain employees and cross functional partners
  • Aim to not only meet but exceed supply chain goals
  • Detail oriented self-starter and comfortable taking initiative, as well as capable of producing high quality results on a sustainable basis

Skills that will make you successful

  • Excellent presentation, communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Business acumen with strong analytical skills and demonstrated technical competence
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities through on campus activities

Experiences that will support your success

  • Current Junior pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Statistics, Operations Management or related field
  • Familiarity with SAP software and Business Objects/Business Intelligence systems a plus

Ferrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company. Learn more at www.ferrara.com or www.linkedin.com/company/ferrara-.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.