Live Operations Intern: Hands-On Poultry Production

Perdue Farms; Eagle Springs (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Perdue Foods invites you to join our Live Operations team as a Live Operations Intern, bridging classroom learning with hands-on experience in our live production environment. This internship offers exposure to the full workflow, shadowing across departments, and meaningful contributions to daily operations.

You’ll learn from seasoned professionals, participate in learning workshops, and, if selected, receive a housing stipend and mentorship.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Strong written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership

Education

Pursuing a bachelor's degree (four-year program)

Job description

Perdue Foods invites you to join our Live Operations team as a Live Operations Intern, bridging classroom learning with hands-on experience in our live production environment. This internship offers exposure to the full workflow, shadowing across departments, and meaningful contributions to daily operations.

You’ll learn from seasoned professionals, participate in learning workshops, and, if selected, receive a housing stipend and mentorship.