Food & Beverage Trek
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS PROGRAM, YOU MUST APPLY THROUGH THE APPLICATION LINK HERE. Applications submitted on Handshake only will NOT be considered.
The FABB Lab & CCD are co-hosting a Food & Beverage Trek where we will bring a group of students to visit food-focused companies around greater Boston!
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to get a wholistic view of the food and beverage industry – from local agriculture, to restaurants, to retail.
Visits include:
Volante Farms
Roche Bros
Back Deck restaurant
+1 additional CPG company (TBA)
The Trek is a fantastic opportunity to meet and make connections with alumni and business owners who live and breathe this world every day. This is an educational experience for you to learn about different companies, various roles & career paths, and gain greater knowledge & insight into food & beverage careers.
DETAILS:
WHEN: Friday, March 27th, 8:30am-4:30pm (time subject to change)
Students will depart campus by bus at 8:30am.
EXPECTATIONS: The trek consists of 3-4 visits. If selected, you are expected to participate in ALL company visits and join the bus departing from campus.
QUALIFICATIONS: This program is open to all class years. There is no GPA requirement. Students must have a demonstrated interest in the food & beverage industries.
COST: This event is FREE for students to attend.
HOW TO APPLY:
You must submit your application through this link.
You will need to submit your resume and transcript. The last question includes a 1-2 minute video.
**Plan ahead to prepare for any technical issues or delays. Late or incomplete applications will NOT be considered. Select the option to SAVE YOUR RESPONSE to keep a record of your submission.
TIMELINE:
All applications will be reviewed after the submission deadline has closed.
Applications close: Sunday 3/8 at 11:59pm EST
Selections sent out week of 3/9
Selected students must accept by Friday 3/13 at 12pm EST
Prep Session*: Mon 3/23 or Tues 3/24
Trek Date: Friday, March 27th
*All selected students must attend one Prep Meeting. Details to be shared in acceptance notice.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Once you have confirmed participation, you may NOT back out for any reason. Exceptions only for health concerns or emergencies.
Questions? Please email Victoria Stefanelli (vstefanelli@babson.edu).
How can I request an accommodation?
To request reasonable accommodation from CCD, students must contact Accessibility Services at accessibility@babson.edu or by phone at 781-239-4100. For more information, please click here.
For non-disability related accommodations, please contact Victoria Stefanelli (vstefanelli@babson.edu).