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Step into your future with Next Gen at IDDBA

Designed for students exploring options or young professionals ready to grow, this space connects you to real career paths in dairy, deli, and bakery. Take part in Career Connection Live at IDDBA 2026 Orlando, explore job spotlights from member companies, and gain insight from industry leaders who once stood where you are now.

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If you are an individual student, complete the student application. If you are an exhibiting company interested in being involved, complete the Host a Career Connection Live Stop application.

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General Mills Internship Program

Explore how the General Mills Internship Program offers hands‑on opportunities across all major business areas and is open to students from a wide variety of academic disciplines

Hungry for What's Next

A playful look at General Mills’ mission to make food the world loves and inspire future talent.

What’s It Like To Be a Giant Eagle Bakery Team Member

Explore the highlights of the apprenticeship program, and how the role provides valuable hands‑on experience, development opportunities, and a chance to build your skills within the organization.

Follow links to download slide decks. Full webinar presentations are available for members to view.

Career Chat Webinars

Career Chats

Rebroadcast: Key Deli, Dairy & Bakery Trends for 2026 (And What to do About Them)

As labor shortages persist and operational efficiency becomes critical, food manufacturers are turning to cobot palletizing automation to remove bottlenecks at the end of the line. In this session, we’ll share real-world stories from 3 producers: Cascade Coffee, an American baker and a salad seasoning producer.

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Dairy, Deli and Bakery Trends Recap of November 2025

Join Jonna Parker, Principal of Fresh Foods at Circana, and Miles Agatha-Currier Education Coordinator at the IDDBA, for an insightful discussion of the latest Dairy, Deli, and Bakery trends.

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Career Chats: Kent Walker, Senior Vice President, Perimeter at Hanson Faso

Designed to be conversational and inspiring, Career Chats aims to engage the next generation by showcasing the opportunities and excitement within our fields. Join us for this chat with Career Chats: Kent Walker, Senior Vice President, Perimeter at Hanson Faso.

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