2026/2027 Tyson Intern

Tyson Foods; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Networking opportunities

Sustainability focus

Company events participation

Job summary

Tyson Foods offers a year‑round internship designed to jumpstart your career. Interns gain hands‑on experience, work on meaningful projects, and learn from a team that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

This is your chance to contribute to a world‑class company and grow professionally. You will develop technical, analytical, and leadership skills through project work, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and experience Tyson Foods' RIGHT Behaviors in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Education: Incoming junior, senior or higher with at least one semester remaining.
• Experience: Previous work experience preferred but not required for internship.
• Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint familiarity.
• Ability to multitask, self-starter attitude, collaborative mindset.
• Work hours: 40 hours through the summer and up to 20 hours during the school year as allowed by classes.
• Hourly Applicants ONLY – complete the task after applying to be considered.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

multitask

motivated self-starter

collaborative

Education

Incoming junior/senior with at least one semester remaining

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

• Emb… 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 with company events and initiatives that foster learning and development.

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.


• Hourly Applicants ONLY – You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

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).


• 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.

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.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

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

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At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.