Intern- Engineering

Bob Evans Farms, Inc.; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Bob Evans Farms, Inc. invites rising engineers to join a 10-week Engineering and Continuous Improvement internship for the Summer of 2026.

You will support manufacturing improvement through project management, collaboration, and technical capabilities, helping deliver key KPIs and value to the business and customers. The program offers hands-on experience with LEAN, TPM and Six Sigma, exposure to cross-functional teams, and opportunities to lead or contribute to intern projects while developing

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with peers and partners.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.
• Uphold quality and food safety policies.
• Foster continuous improvement using LEAN, TPM and Six Sigma.
• Develop, manage and execute capital projects.
• Optimize engineering, mechanical, and electrical design standards.

Skills

Collaborative work

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation & influencing

Self-motivated

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering related field

Job description

About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We're proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides*, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We're also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes®, Egg Beaters® and Owens® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit www.bobevansgrocery.com.

Business Unit Overview

About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We're proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides*, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We're also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes®, Egg Beaters® and Owens® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit www.bobevansgrocery.com.

Responsibilities

Position Overview

Join our 10-week program in the Engineering and Continuous Improvement organization for the Summer of 2026! This internship will focus on manufacturing improvement through project management and continuous improvement. This role will support the delivery of business KPI’s through collaboration, communication, and technical capabilities. Responsible for positively impacting Bob Evan’s business and consumers by completing challenging and meaningful projects. Demonstrate our core values: Put Safety First, Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Be Courageous and Drive for Results.

Accountabilities

• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.
• Uphold quality and food safety policies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by analyzing and improving existing processes through the use of LEAN, TPM and Six Sigma methodologies. Minimize waste using lean manufacturing techniques like value stream mapping, process balancing, and waste reduction.
• Develop, manage and execute capital projects.
• Optimize engineering, mechanical, and electrical design standards and processes.

Program Highlights

Engineering experience

• Gain exposure working with cross functional teams within Bob Evan’s Manufacturing Operations to understand industry regulations, best practices, and documentation
• Hands-on experience with real-world engineering projects.

Intern Project

• Lead or contribute to a cross-functional intern project that delivers real business impact and showcases your learning.

Professional Development

• Learn Engineering principles and Project Management best practices.
• Collaboration with Safety/Quality/Operations/Maintenance/Continuous Improvement teams.
• Participate in team meetings, mentorship sessions, and intern events.

Qualifications

Education:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering related principal.

Skills:

• Ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with company peers and Post Holdings partners.
• Strong interpersonal skills - Listening and informing others effectively; excellent negotiating and influencing skills at all levels both internal and external.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimal direction. Must be a self-motivated self-starter.
• Must possess the ability to always maintain external and internal confidentiality