Two Morehouse student-athletes, Lawrence Nalls ’27 and Sidney Morris ’27 and, have been selected for Coca-Cola UNITED’s 2026 class of the Pay It Forward Student Internship Program.
Both rising seniors, Morris is a captain of the track and field team and is pursuing a degree in business management. Nalls, a defensive football player, is majoring in psychology.
Forty students representing 22 universities were selected to participate in Coca-Cola UNITED’s 2026 Pay It Forward Student Internship Program. The cohort was chosen from a competitive pool of more than 1,800 applicants and will spend the summer gaining firsthand experience in the beverage industry.
Over the course of the eight-week program, interns will participate in immersive, hands-on learning opportunities that combine professional development with real-world business experience. The program includes mentorship, exposure to various areas of the company, and opportunities to build connections with leaders across multiple markets and business functions.
“Our Pay It Forward Summer Internship Program is designed to immerse students into the heart of our business at Coca-Cola UNITED,” said Jennifer Gullo, Talent Acquisition Director. “It’s an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, sharpen their skills and form valuable connections.”