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AUBURN UNIVERSITY

Market 30A Summer Internship Program Location: Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A

Internship Term: Full-time, Summer Semester

Why Intern at Market 30A?

Market 30A is a boutique specialty market located along one of Florida’s most iconic coastal destinations. Our internship offers an immersive, hands-on experience designed for students eager to understand both the front-line and behind-the-scenes operations of a thriving retail and culinary business.

Interns are not just observers—they are active contributors who gain valuable skills in customer service, retail management, culinary skills in the kitchen, and small-business operations. This internship provides a unique opportunity to learn the rhythms of a locally loved, upscale retail market while also building practical business knowledge that translates across industries.

Gain Valuable Experience

As a Market 30A intern, you will:

  • Engage with customers at the retail counter, developing communication and hospitality skills.

  • Stock and merchandise products, learning the art of retail presentation and inventory flow.

  • Work along side our chef and create fresh, house-made side dishes. Learn culinary skills like dressing fresh Gulf fish and preparing prime cuts of meats and pork.

  • Support wine and product selection, including ordering and managing specialty retail items.

  • Gain behind-the-scenes knowledge of business management, including accounting practices, profit & loss statements, and cost analysis.

  • Work on scheduling and employee coordination, understanding how a team is organized and managed for success.

Professional Benefits

  • Comprehensive Skill Development: Exposure to both customer-facing service and

    business operations.

  • Leadership Training: Learn how to oversee processes, manage scheduling, and coordinate a team.

  • Business Acumen: Develop an understanding of retail accounting, inventory management, and profitability.

  • Culinary Experience: Hands-on involvement in food preparation and menu support.

  • Networking Opportunities: Build connections within the hospitality, retail, and

    specialty foods industries.

  • Prime Location: Spend your summer on Florida’s renowned 30A, balancing meaningful work with the beauty of a coastal lifestyle.

    Who Should Apply?

    This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in:

  • Business

  • Hospitality Management

  • Retail & Merchandising

  • Culinary Arts

  • Marketing or related fields

If you are ambitious, detail-oriented, and excited about gaining practical experience in both retail and business management, Market 30A offers a one-of-a-kind summer opportunity.

Interns will receive our employee discount during there employment at the market. Employees receive 40% off everything with the exception of alcohol and alcohol is discounted 25%. Housing is not included with the summer internship.