Engineering Intern

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Competitive pay

Mentor program

Job summary

Perdue Farms, Inc. is offering a 10- to 12-week Engineering Internship in Salisbury, Maryland, designed to give students hands-on experience in an active plant operations environment.

You will collaborate with engineers, project managers, and operations teams to analyze challenges, develop practical solutions, and communicate findings that help move the business forward while building foundational skills in engineering, project management, and professional communication.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited four-year institution pursuing a bachelor's degree.
• Degree in Engineering capacity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and scope for a high-impact engineering project.
• Analyze cost estimates and propose viable solutions to improve business operations.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Assist project managers with active and developing projects.
• Learn and apply project management methodologies used at Perdue.
• Help track timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Enrolled in accredited four-year institution

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Join our Agribusiness team in Salisbury, Maryland and gain an inside look at how engineering drives real results in a dynamic plant operations environment. This 10-to-12-week Engineering Internship offers an immersive, real-world experience where you will contribute to meaningful projects that support operational performance, innovation, and continuous improvement. You will collaborate with engineers, project managers, and operations teams to analyze challenges, develop practical solutions, and share insights that help move the business forward, all while building foundational skills in engineering, project management, and professional communication.

What can you expect from a Perdue internship?

• Competitive Pay

• Exciting Social, Philanthropic, and Networking Events with other Perdue Interns

• Hands-On, Real World Work Experience and a Dedicated Summer Mentor

• Learning Workshops

• Travel to Perdue Locations Such as our Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University and Live Production Farms

• Interaction with Senior Leadership

• Housing Stipend

This position has a target wage of $21.90 - $28.13 per hour, based on graduation year. Overtime may be available.

Schedule : Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct research and develop scope for a high-impact engineering project.

• Analyze cost estimates and propose viable solutions to improve business operations.

• Present findings and recommendations to leadership.

• Assist project managers with active and developing projects.

• Learn and apply project management methodologies used at Perdue.

• Help track timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

• Support operations, maintenance, and operational technologies teams.

• Participate in troubleshooting and process improvement initiatives.

• Organize engineering and project files across multiple locations.

• Maintain version control and ensure accessibility of key documents.

• Create and refine presentations for internal stakeholders.

• Communicate technical concepts in a clear, engaging format.

Minimum Education and Experience

• 3.0 GPA or higher.

• Must be enrolled in an accredited four-year institution pursuing a bachelor's degree.

• Degree in Engineering capacity.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Able to move freely throughout the agribusiness facilities including climbing vertical heights (0-150'), carrying tools and equipment (0-50 lbs.), exposure temperatures (0-100) degrees Fahrenheit, humidity (0-100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available).

• Must be able to wear protective equipment to include self-contained breathing apparatus.

• Required to travel to remote agribusiness facilities and customer locations.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.