Live Operations Intern

Perdue Farms; Thorntown (IN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Perdue Farms in Indiana invites you to join its Live Operations team as a Live Operations Intern. This immersive internship bridges classroom learning with real-world production, offering exposure to the full workflow of live operations.

You will learn alongside seasoned professionals, shadow teams across departments, and contribute to day-to-day activities. Tailored to your interests and experience, the role provides meaningful opportunities to build industry knowledge, develop practical

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited four-year institution pursuing a bachelor's degree.
• Degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness Management or Business Administration.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work well in a team and independently.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to motivate in a team atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Develops an understanding of the Live functions to include production processes, animal husbandry and technical skills.
• Manage a project throughout the summer to improve overall live performance or address a business need relative to location.
• Completion of weekly assessments to demonstrate learned material.
• Rotation includes hatchery, feed mill, grow out, breeders and harvest facilities.
• Will perform legitimate roles and responsibilities as needed in the business unit.
• Will participate in learning events to develop an understanding of the Company, Agri Stats and soft skills training.
• Must have a valid State Driver’s License and be approved to drive a Company vehicle.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Poultry Science

Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture

Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Job description

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. 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 Live Operations team as a Live Operations Intern and gain immersive, hands-on experience at the center of our live production business. This internship is designed to bridge classroom learning with real-world applications, offering exposure to the full workflow of live operations. You’ll learn alongside experienced professionals, shadow teams across multiple departments, and actively contribute to day-to-day operations. Tailored to your interests and experience level, this role provides meaningful opportunities to build industry knowledge, develop practical skills, and make a real impact within Live Operations.

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

Schedule

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

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops an understanding of the Live functions to include production processes, animal husbandry and technical skills.
• Manage a project throughout the summer to improve overall live performance or address a business need relative to location.
• Completion of weekly assessments to demonstrate learned material.
• Rotation includes hatchery, feed mill, grow out, breeders and harvest facilities.
• Will perform legitimate roles and responsibilities as needed in the business unit.
• Will participate in learning events to develop an understanding of the Company, Agri Stats and soft skills training.
• Must have a valid State Driver’s License and be approved to drive a Company vehicle.

Minimum Education And Experience

• Must be enrolled in an accredited four-year institution pursuing a bachelor's degree.
• Degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness Management or Business Administration.
• 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well within a team setting, as well as independently.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to motivate in a team atmosphere.

Physical Requirements And Environmental Factors

• Ability to work for 8 hours or more in a stationary position or travel on wet, moist, dry, greasy floors which may include metal or plastic grating surfaces with up to 4 hours in a single interval.
• Ability to work from various types of ladders and/or stairs.
• Exposure to and work in temperatures of less than -40 degrees and 75 degrees with ambient humidity.
• Noise exposure of 110 db, and light intensity range of 50-to-100-foot candles.
• Bending, twisting, lifting up to 50 lbs, reaching, sitting, and grasping varies in repetitions, distance, degrees, angle, weight, heights, longest interval of time, objects grasped, and body positions depending upon the maintenance task required.
• Exposure to chlorinated water (50 ppm, ammonia vapors) 5 ppm, dry ice, caustic detergents, lubricating oils, hydraulic oils, and other chemicals found in a poultry processing plant.
• Must use and / or wear protective and safety equipment required for the job.

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.