Culinary students will work side-by-side with industry mentors and chefs to set up and run the What’s in Store Live! area of the IDDBA Show in Orlando, FL, from June 6th to June 9th, 2026. On the final day students will walk the show, participate in networking events, and receive their certificate of completion at their recognition ceremony.
IDDBA/RATIONAL Cooperative Education Internship
IDDBA and RATIONAL USA team up to create a combination culinary and networking internship program to show students the world of foodservice outside of the standard restaurant path, where they can experience “Kitchen Quality of Life” - a unique work-life balance enjoyed by retail foodservice professionals.
If your company is exhibiting at IDDBA 2026 and is interested in getting involved with this program (booth visits or Q&As, for example), please reach out to education@iddba.org.
Cooperative Education Internship Program at the IDDBA Show
