2026/2027 Tyson Intern

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Learning & development

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. offers a year-round internship to motivated students seeking hands-on experience and meaningful projects. Interns gain exposure to cross-functional teams, learn through project-based work, and contribute to innovative and sustainable initiatives.

The program emphasizes skill development, leadership exposure, and networking opportunities within a large food company environment. Interns commit to a structured schedule and gain real-world insights for a future career.

Qualifications

• Incoming junior, senior, or higher education with at least one semester remaining.
• Previous work experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience in internship discipline is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Embody Tyson Foods' RIGHT Behaviors (Respect, Integrity, Growth, Humility, and Teamwork).
• Contribute to impactful projects and develop critical skills.
• Communicate with cross-functional leaders to execute real world work, in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

Skills

multitask

self-starter

collaborative

Education

Incoming undergrad (jr/sr)

Tools

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details

Job Description Summary: Are you ready to jumpstart your career with a year-round internship at Tyson Foods? We are seeking driven and passionate interns to join our team and contribute to meaningful projects that drive our business forward. As an intern at Tyson Foods, you will gain hands‑on experience, develop critical skills, and be part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence. This is your opportunity to experience entry level work at one of the world’s largest food companies, work on impactful projects, and make a real difference!

Key Responsibilities

• Embody Tyson Foods' RIGHT Behaviors (Respect, Integrity, Growth, Humility, and Teamwork).
• Contribute to impactful projects and work that develop critical skills and provide valuable insights.
• Communicate with and support cross-functional leaders to execute real world work, in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

Program Highlights

• Skill Development: Enhance your technical, analytical, and leadership skills through hands‑on experiences and project‑based work.
• Competitive Pay: Receive competitive compensation.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals across various departments and gain insights from multiple business units.
• Focus on Sustainability: Be part of a company committed to responsible business practices and making a positive impact on the world.
• Participation in Company events and initiatives: Engage in company events and initiatives that foster learning and development.

Path to Employment

Our goal is to convert top performing interns into full‑time team members post‑graduation, fully equipped with the tools and experiences needed to succeed.

Requirements

• Education: Incoming junior, senior, or higher education with at least one semester of school remaining.
• Experience: Previous work experience in any field is preferred. Work experience within the internship discipline is strongly preferred but not required.
• Computer Skills: Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Excel, familiarity with Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Special Skills: Ability to multitask, motivated self‑starter, and collaborative.
• Work Hours: Must be able to work 40 hours through the summer and up to 20 hours throughout the school year as classes allow.

Application Requirements

Resume must state your expected graduation date and your area of study.

Location

Students must be within a commutable distance to the facility, which is 60 miles or less.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Background Check

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Hourly Applicants ONLY

You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Physical Requirements

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Benefits

• We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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Recruitment Vendor Policy

Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.