2025 Summer Operations Leaf Intern- Undergraduate – (Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States)
Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization.
To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!
WE ARE LOOKING FOR A 2025 Summer Intern – Operations – Leaf
SENIORITY LEVEL: Intern
FUNCTION: Operations – Leaf
LOCATION: Winston Salem, NC
ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
Operations is offering an internship to assist Leaf Operations and its leadership in delivering key initiatives. During your summer internship you will be based in Winston Salem, NC and will be assigned to Leaf Operations. You will get a broad overview of how leaf operations functions: purchasing leaf from contract farmers, inventory management, forecasting sales for purchase planning, processing green leaf, and communications between leaf dealers and Reynolds OpCo’s. You will exercise initiative, creative problem solving, teamwork, and leadership as you interact with other personnel throughout our winning organization. In addition, you will have fun while adding value and encountering outstanding career development support. At the close of your internship, you will present your project overview, findings, and recommendations to senior management, project partners, and work teams.
Reports to Operations Manager
Geographic US
Travel Required NA
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
- Support key projects that assist in driving business and financial results within Leaf Operations.
- Conduct research, data analysis, and interact with stakeholders to support your assigned projects
- Deliver creative and innovative solutions
- Collaborate with team members within Leaf Operations function as well as opportunities to collaborate cross-functionally throughout the business
CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?
- Are you looking to gain Operations or Manufacturing experience in a global company?
- Are you passionate about the Operations and Manufacturing field?
- Would you like an internship that challenges and develops you both personally and professionally?
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree with completed coursework in human resources, business administration, or related field
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Superior written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- An action-oriented, innovative leader with strong influencing skills and a drive for results
- Strong interpersonal skills
BENEFICIAL
- Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Industrial Management, Business, or STEM degrees advantageous
- Previous Operations internship experience
- Leadership experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP
At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
- Great Place to Work Certified
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in four strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies
BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.
Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!
SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW
Wage Information
- Hourly Rate: Undergraduate Rate: $21.00 per hour / Graduate Rate: $38.50 per hour
Benefit Information
- Leadership training opportunities
- Roundtable Networking Events with senior leadership
- Engagement Events with fellow interns
- Generous salary
- Housing stipends provided
- On-Site Health Fitness Centers at corporate, research and manufacturing locations
- Participation in Reynolds American’s award-winning 401(k) retirement savings plan including company contributions
- Confidential personal financial counselling service at no cost to you
Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!
Reynolds American Inc.and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at TalentAcquisition@RJRT.com.
