Lamb Weston Summer Internship Program (2027)

Lamb Weston; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Lamb Weston is offering a paid summer internship program in Kennewick, WA designed to provide hands-on experience across multiple functions. Interns are paired with a mentor, align to a department based on career goals, and complete a capstone project with a final presentation.

The program covers areas including Agriculture, Data Science, Engineering, Finance, IT, Marketing, and Supply Chain, with opportunities to develop skills, expand networks, and gain real-world industry exposure.

Qualifications

• Enrollment or a recent graduate of a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program required.
• Must be a current Junior, Senior, or recent graduate.
• Must have a valid US driver's license and ability to pass a driving record check.
• Demonstrates interest or skill in the area related to the internship.
• Demonstrates strengths in relationship building, problem-solving, and conflict management.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Strong computer competency: MS Office experience desired.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Interns must be authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Paid internship, May – August (actual dates may vary).
• Gain real-world working experience through capstone projects assigned by mentor and department.
• Meet and learn from company leaders, peers, and mentors.
• Receive guidance and feedback from your mentor throughout the program.
• Attend professional development events providing tools for the future.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Problem solving

Conflict management

Team collaboration

MS Office

Driver's license

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD student or graduate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Title: Lamb Weston Summer Internship Program (2027)

Location: Kennewick, WA

Job Requisition ID: Req-230467

Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.

A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands‑on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar - together.

If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

Participate in a comprehensive, paid summer internship program designed to provide meaningful, hands‑on experience in your field of interest. Interns are paired with a mentor and aligned to a department based on their career aspirations, education, and skills. Throughout the program, you will contribute to real business initiatives and complete a capstone project that showcases the impact of your work, culminating in a final presentation.

Whether your interests are in Agriculture, Finance, Supply Chain, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Safety, Food Science, Marketing, Engineering, or other business functions, our highly competitive internship program offers opportunities to develop your skills, expand your professional network, and gain valuable industry experience.

• This evergreen posting represents potential internship opportunities. Job duties and requirements may differ depending on the specific internship opening.*
• Applications now accepted.
• Interviews expected start in late Fall 2026/Spring 2027

Job Description

Watch this video to learn more: Lamb Weston Summer Annual Intern Program

• Paid internship, May – August (actual dates may vary)
• Gain real‑world working experience through dynamic capstone projects assigned by your mentor and assigned department
• Meet and learn from company leaders, peers, and mentors
• Receive guidance and feedback from your assigned mentor throughout the program
• Attend professional development events providing you with tools for the future

Volume And The Types Of Programs Offered Vary Each Year Based On Business Need. Example Internship Programs Include But Are Not Limited To

• Agricultural Sciences/Agronomy
• Data Science
• Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, and Manufacturing)
• Environmental Science
• Finance/Internal Audit/Strategy
• Food Science, Food Innovation Food Protection/Quality
• Health & Safety (EHS)
• Information Technology (IT)
• Marketing
• Manufacturing
• Packaging Engineering
• Procurement & Supply Chain
• And more!

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

This evergreen posting represents potential internship opportunities. Job duties and requirements may differ depending on the specific internship opening.

• Enrollment or a recent graduate of a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD program required
• Must be a current Junior , Senior , or recent graduate
• Must have a valid, U.S. drivers license and ability to pass a driving record check
• Demonstrates interest, or skill in the area related to the corresponding internship
• Demonstrates strengths in relationship building, problem‑solving, and conflict management
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Strong computer competency: experience with MS suite of products desired
• Ability to work in a cross‑functional team environment
• Interns at Lamb Weston must be authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Some travel may be required
• Additional qualifications may be required based on the specific internship

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate’s work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable hourly estimate for this role based on the variables previously mentioned is: $22.00

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness - Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services - mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.

Anticipated Close Date: 10/27/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law