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Inventory & Packaging Clerk – Summer Intern

CompanyL & M Companies Inc
LocationSpring Hope
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support production and quality teams by managing inventory, performing data entry, and assisting with production planning. They will also coordinate with truck drivers and sales teams to ensure accurate product loading and availability.
Internship Type
seasonal
Company Size
822
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At L&M, we are passionate about fresh produce and people. Rooted in a foundation of respect, passion, leadership, and excellence, we are a year-round grower and supplier of fresh fruits and vegetables. We like to say we are “Well Grounded”, and are proud of where our produce is grown, and the people who grow it. By operating farms from coast to coast, we pour our heart and soul into growing onions, potatoes, peppers, cucumbers, apples, cabbage, broccoli, tomatoes, melons and more. Then, we carefully harvest, grade and package them and bring them to market, to ensure that across the world, people have the highest quality selection of fresh produce. Our commitment and expertise are from the ground up and over the entire supply chain, offering full range services, including farming, packing, logistics & sales. We love fresh produce and hold ourselves to the highest levels of integrity to grow it well. We want you to love fruits and vegetables just as much as we do!
About the Role

Interested in a career in agriculture? 🌱 Explore hands-on opportunities with L&M through a Summer 2027 Internship.

TITLE: Inventory & Packaging Clerk – Summer Intern (Spring Acres)

DEPARTMENT: L&M Warehouse of Spring Acres

REPORTS TO: Warehouse Manager

LOCATION: Spring Hope, NC (Onsite)

SUMMARY: This full-time summer internship is a great opportunity with the potential to transition into a full-time role. Bring your customer service, communication, and organizational skills and learn how L&M operates across North Carolina, Florida, and Georgia. As an Inventory and Packaging Clerk Intern, you will support quality and production teams' goals by assisting with planning, data entry, Inventory control, and executing production activities to ensure strong performance throughout the season.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work closely with the Warehouse Manager and Sales Teams
  • Oversee material and product inventories to ensure accurate availability
  • Direct truck drivers and confirm correct product loading
  • Support production in D365, including printing tags and inventory receipt and consumption



KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Builds and maintains effective working relationship with growers and customers, while giving top customer service
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills – including the ability to listen effectively – and the ability to think / respond / react appropriately in fluid situations
  • Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices
  • Knowledge of USDA standards and regulations
  • Computer proficient with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
  • Must have the ability to reliably travel to various work locations as required


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED) required
  • Some college preferred
  • Customer service experience
  • Fresh produce experience preferred


WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Work may involve a combination of indoor and outdoor environments, with opportunities to move between work locations to gain exposure to different areas of the company and learn about various operations
  • Dynamic and fast-paced office environment
  • Warehouse and field environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, equipment, machinery, and vehicle traffic, including exposure to moving equipment, forklifts, agricultural machinery, delivery vehicles, and other equipment associated with company operations
  • May be exposed to dust, dirt, pollen, soil, plant materials, and other conditions commonly associated with agricultural and orchard environments
  • Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, humidity, and varying seasonal conditions


Core Competencies and Behaviors

 

Team Oriented

  • Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others
  • Is open, not defensive, and easy to approach
  • Earns the confidence, trust, and respect of others


Communication

  • Communicates in an open and honest way
  • Builds consensus - solicits input and discusses options with people affected before making decisions
  • Keeps others informed, communicates expectations and shares information
  • Listens actively and understands other’s views and needs


Values Driven

  • Supports, promotes, and models the values of L&M (Service, Integrity and Relationships)
  • Balances entrepreneurial spirit with the needs of others and the vision of the Company
  • Shows a strong work ethic and commitment to L&M


Customer Focus

  • Treats customers as business partners
  • Listens actively to external and internal customers
  • Constantly looks for better ways to service customers

Employment with L&M is based upon skill, ability, education, and performance. L&M makes recruitment, employment, promotional and all other Human Resource decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other class protected by state or local law.

L&M is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. We provide reasonable accommodations, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the application and interview process and, if hired, to perform the essential functions of the job and enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, complete an application, or participate in the interview process, please contact us at careers@lmcompanies.com or (919) 875-4018 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on an individualized basis.

Key Skills
Inventory managementData entryCustomer serviceCommunicationOrganizational skillsMicrosoft OfficeD365Production planningAccounting principlesUSDA standardsLogistics coordinationTeamworkProblem solvingAttention to detail
Categories
AgricultureLogisticsManufacturingCustomer Service & SupportAdministrative