Start Your Legacy Hbcu Externship - Supply Chain
0801 the coca-cola
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Job Description
**Job Description Summary:**
**Supply Chain Track**
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Are you a talented and ambitious student at an HBCU, ready to quench your thirst for knowledge and experience? The Coca-Cola Company invites you to apply for our exclusive Start Your Legacy HBCU Externship Program - a deep dive into the exhilarating world of business and innovation. Join us on this exciting journey as we blend education, professional growth, and real-world experiences into a refreshing and career-boosting 6-week adventure! Are you ready?
This application is for the **Supply Chain** career track.
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**Supply Chain Track Description:** Navigate the intricate networks that move goods from conception through to delivery. Supply Chain professionals ensure efficiency, sustainability, and speed, optimizing operations to meet global demands. Your knack for problem-solving and keen analytical skills can lead to impactful changes in procurement, logistics, and operations management.
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**Program Details**
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* **Dates:** September 28 - November 6, 2026
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* **Weekly Commitments:** Participate in one virtual session every Friday from 1:00 – 2:00 PM EST.
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* **Onsite Experience:** Culminate your externship with a two-day onsite experience at Coca-Cola’s Atlanta Headquarters on November 5-6, 2026.
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* **Please be advised that this role is a contracted position, and individuals hired for this opportunity will not be employees of The Coca-Cola Company. Employment for this role will be facilitated through a third-party agency, and individuals will serve as contingent workers under the agency's employment.**
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**What You'll Do:**
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* Dedicate one hour every Friday to interactive virtual learning and collaboration.
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* Apply your knowledge and skills in the **Final Showcase Competition** during the in-person Atlanta onsite experience.
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**What You Will Gain:**
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* Professional development opportunities through workshops, live training and mentoring sessions
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* Opportunities to engage with the Coca-Cola network of employees
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* Exposure to the fast-paced world of the CPG industry and the operations of a leading global brand
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* A chance to win award dollars based on the showcase competition outcomes.
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**Eligibility Requirements**
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**Before applying, make sure you meet the following:**
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* **College Enrollment**: Actively enrolled at an HBCU (Historically Black College or University)
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* **Graduation Date:** Graduation date no earlier than May 2028.
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* Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field of study
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* **Work Authorization:** U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
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* **Availability:** Able to commit to weekly virtual sessions and attend the in-person experience on November 5-6, 2026, in Atlanta.
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**Pay and Benefits**
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* Contracted externs will earn $250 per week for participating in required sessions
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* Opportunity to compete for award dollars during the in-person experience
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* All travel-related expenses are covered for the in-person experience finale in Atlanta.
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**Application Process**
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**Interested candidates should submit an application package including:**
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* **Current Resume**: Highlight your education, skills, and experience relevant to this opportunity.
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* **Cover Letter**: Tell us why you’re the perfect fit for this externship and why you want to work with The Coca-Cola Company.
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* **Availability Confirmation**: Acknowledge your commitment to participating in the November 5-6, 2026 in-person experience
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**Skills:**
organization
**Location(s):**
United States of America
**City/Cities:**
Remote
**Travel Required:**
00% - 25%
**Relocation Provided:**
No
**Job Posting End Date:**
August 16, 2026
**Our Purpose and Growth Culture:**
We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit [Our Purpose and Vision](https://www.coca-colacompany.com/company/purpose-and-vision) to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.