Those who need a summer internship may consider Cook’s Pest Control.
On April 15, Cook’s Pest Control’s Vice President of Business Development, Jerry Baker, came to give a presentation and speak to students about potential summer internships and jobs in UC 111.
Founded in 1928, Cook’s is North America’s ninth-largest pest control company. Its mission is to provide the highest-quality customer service and a safe and rewarding workplace for its employees while ensuring that all employees receive the best technical training the company can offer. Cook’s strives to base all its decisions and actions on its ethical mindset.
“When you think of Cook’s, termites and pests are what you mainly think of, but we are so much more than that … We have journalists, technicians, entomologists, attorneys and so much more,” Baker said.
Cook’s has six core values: stewardship, gratitude, integrity, excellence, generosity and respect. These values allow them to operate in God’s honor and glory and uphold them in every encounter.
Cook’s currently serves 340,000+ customers with about 2000 employees. With 42 offices across Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi and Tennessee, Cook’s offers many opportunities for local and regional students, with assignments in pest and termite, sales, office administration, business management, and more.
“I really enjoy coming up to the University of Martin and interacting with the students here and I really hope that students here will give us a chance, so just give me a call, I’m always happy to help however I can,” Baker said.
According to the presentation, employment with Cook’s includes:
- Most positions start at $18/hour
- Company-provided vehicle and gas card (for most positions)
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- A flexible and independent work environment
- A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (vacation/sick time + holidays)
- Mentorship & advancement opportunities
- The potential to join the team full-time after graduation
For those interested in a summer internship or for more information, visit cookspest.com or contact Baker at jerry.baker@cookspest.com or by number at 256-355-3285 (office) or 404-456-2150 (mobile).
