Public Release of 'Favored Internship Ranking' Chosen by 3,998 Food Industry Aspiring Students

Maximise, Inc., which operates 'Tsunagaru Shukatsu', has released the results of a survey titled 'Favored Internship BEST 138' conducted among students aspiring to join the food industry.

The goal is to help students preparing for upcoming summer internships and open company events by providing insights into companies and internships that their predecessors felt were 'worth participating in,' thereby aiding in corporate research and comparison.

Furthermore, to provide an opportunity to deeply research companies of interest from the ranking and efficiently gather information for summer internships, the company will host a joint recruitment event, 'Food Industry Strategy Event: Summer,' on June 20 (Sat) and 21 (Sun).

Based on 3,998 responses from students primarily in the 2027 graduation class The survey was conducted between December 2025 and February 2026, targeting students aspiring to enter the food industry, with 3,998 responses.

'Favored Internship' Top 30 1. Nippon Access, 2. Kokubu Group Corp., 3. JA Zen-Noh, 4. Fuji Oil, 5. Nissin Foods, 6. Nihon Shokken Holdings, 7. Umios (formerly Maruha Nichiro), 8. Nippon Flour Mills (Nippn), 9. San-Ei Gen F.F.I., 10. Kagome, 11. Nitori, 12. Kewpie, 13. Lotte, 14. House Foods, 14. Mizkan J plus Holdings, 16. UCC Ueshima Coffee, 17. Ishida, 18. Nisshin Seifun Group, 18. Yamazaki Baking, 20. The Nisshin OilliO Group, 20. Kyokuyo, 20. FP Corporation, 20. Iris Ohyama, 24. Nippon Ham, 24. Yaoko, 24. Nichirei, 24. Aim Services, 28. Ajinomoto Frozen Foods, 28. Nichirei Foods, 30. Ajinomoto, 30. Nissin Healthcare Food Service, 30. Yamaboshiya, 30. Rock Field, 30. Miyoshi Oil & Fat.

3 Key Points Students 'Want to Recommend' 1. Ability to visualize actually working. 2. Opportunities for polite feedback and interaction with employees. 3. Understanding of company culture and values, making it relatable.

Event Overview: 'Food Industry Strategy Event: Summer' To be held on June 20 (Sat) and June 21 (Sun). Approximately 50 companies are expected to participate, and the event will be held via online streaming. Participation is free.