INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Internship: Cross-Departmental

CompanyGU Energy
LocationBerkeley
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 17, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support project-based work across various departments including R&D, Science, Sales, and Customer Service. They will provide fresh perspectives to strengthen company operations and gain hands-on experience in the sports nutrition industry.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
142
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
15 hours
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About The Company
We Feed The Need to Move! Since 1993, we have been a company dedicated to athleticism. We offer fast-acting energy, hydration, and muscle-rebuilding recovery products in support of athletes and an encouraging community of people committed to pushing through limits and reaching for challenges. We believe movement, regardless of intensity and distance, is the key to longevity and happiness. Our Core Values are alive in everything we do at GU. Authored by a cross functional group of employees – these values are what we see, feel, touch, and hear in our company culture: • Love. Be passionate about GU and compassionate toward each other. Love what we do! • Athleticism. Respect the effort and achievement of all athletes and live your best athletic life. • Innovation. Strive for innovation and improvement in everything you create, make, and do. Be curious. • Longevity. Make decisions that are sustainable over the long term for our customers, company, and planet. • Collaboration. Work toward team goals, recognize assists from others, and celebrate wins together. • Accountability. Be responsible for your actions and keep your commitments. We provide medical, dental, vision, matched 401K, & additional benefits, industry discounts, and more. Want to join the GU Crew? Check out our openings by visiting us at www.guenergy.com/careers
About the Role

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 interested athletes and individuals 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...  
  • ...must be 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. 
Key Skills
Research & DevelopmentScience & NutritionPeople & CommunitySalesCustomer Service
Categories
Sports & RecreationScience & ResearchManufacturingFood & BeverageHuman Resources
Benefits
On-site wellness programs