Live Operations Intern: Hands-On Production & Mentorship

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Forsyth (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Mentor program

Networking events

Job summary

Perdue Foods invites you to join our Live Operations team as an intern, gaining hands-on experience at the heart of our live production business. This program bridges classroom learning with real-world applications, offering exposure to the full workflow of live operations while shadowing teams across multiple departments and contributing to daily activities.

You’ll learn from seasoned professionals, complete a summer project, and receive a mentor to guide you.

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.
• GPA of 3.0 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

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, Agribusiness Management or Business Administration

Job description

Perdue Foods invites you to join our Live Operations team as an intern, gaining hands-on experience at the heart of our live production business. This program bridges classroom learning with real-world applications, offering exposure to the full workflow of live operations while shadowing teams across multiple departments and contributing to daily activities.

You’ll learn from seasoned professionals, complete a summer project, and receive a mentor to guide you.