Logistics Modeling - Summer Intern

Tyson Foods; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing assistance

Competitive pay

Job summary

Tyson Foods is offering a summer internship in Springdale, AR for students pursuing Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Analytics, or related fields. You will gain hands-on experience with data collection, modeling tools, and cross-functional collaboration to support real-world supply chain decisions.

The role emphasizes building critical analytical and presentation skills while contributing to sustainability and operational excellence across business units.

Qualifications

• Current college student with at least one semester remaining in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business, Analytics or Data Science.
• Experience in internships preferred but not required; strong interest in logistics and analytics.
• Proficient with Excel and PowerPoint; exposure to SQL, data visualization or modeling tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, cleaning, organizing, and validating logistics and supply chain data.
• Support model preparation and scenario analysis for warehouse network design and distribution.
• Learn to use Coupa Supply Chain Modeler and related tools for design evaluation.
• Assist with plant production modeling, capacity planning, and sourcing strategies.
• Document inputs, maintain baseline data, and summarize findings for the team.
• Prepare charts, tables, and presentations to communicate results clearly.

Skills

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Collaborative

Self-starter

Education

Incoming junior/senior/upper

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Access

SQL

Data visualization tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Description Summary

Are you ready to jumpstart your career with a summer internship at Tyson Foods? We are seeking driven and passionate interns to join our team and contribute to meaningful projects that drive our business forward. As an intern at Tyson Foods, you will gain hands‑on experience, develop critical skills, and be part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence. This is your opportunity to experience entry level work at one of the world’s largest food companies, work on impactful projects, and make a real difference! Join our team for a summer internship opportunity designed to provide hands‑on experience in logistics modeling, supply chain analytics, and strategic network design. This internship is ideal for a college student interested in learning how data, modeling tools, and cross‑functional collaboration support real‑world supply chain decisions.

Program Highlights

• Skill Development: Enhance your technical, analytical, and leadership skills through hands‑on experiences and project‑based work.
• Summer Series: Participate in weekly events where you will have the chance to learn, network, and have fun with your peers and leaders across the company!
• Competitive Pay: Receive competitive compensation.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals across various departments and gain insights from multiple business units.
• Focus on Sustainability: Be part of a company committed to responsible business practices and making a positive impact on the world.
• *Relocation and Housing Assistance: Where applicable, support for relocation and housing could be provided.
• Participation in company events and initiatives

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, cleaning, organizing, and validating logistics and supply chain data used in modeling and analysis.
• Support model preparation and scenario analysis related to warehouse network design, inventory flow, transportation impacts, and production alignment.
• Learn how Coupa Supply Chain Modeler (Supply Chain Guru) and supporting tools are used to evaluate logistics design and supply chain improvement opportunities.
• Assist with analysis related to plant production line modeling, capacity expansion, sourcing strategies, and distribution network planning.
• Help maintain baseline data, assumptions, and documentation that support accurate model inputs and repeatable analysis.
• Review modeling outputs and assist with summarizing key findings, opportunities, and potential risks for team discussion.
• Prepare charts, tables, summaries, and presentation materials to communicate analytical results in a clear and concise format.
• Gain exposure to AI‑assisted tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Claude) available to support organizing information, summarizing findings, and presentation development, building real‑world experience applying AI within a business setting.
• Participate in cross‑functional project discussions with Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing, Operations, Supply Chain Planning, and Finance partners.
• Complete assigned project work and present learnings or recommendations at the conclusion of the internship.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Incoming junior, senior, or higher education with at least one semester of school remaining. Studying Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business, Analytics, Data Science, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Previous work experience in any field is preferred. Work experience within the internship discipline is strongly preferred but not required.
• Computer Skills: Basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required. Exposure to Access, SQL, data visualization, analytics tools, supply chain modeling software, or AI‑assisted productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Claude) is preferred but not required.
• Special Skills: Ability to multitask, motivated self‑starter, and collaborative.
• Application Requirements: Resume must state your expected graduation date and your area of study.
• *Location: For positions where relocation is not offered, students must be within a commutable distance to the facility, which is 60 miles or less. Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
• Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
• Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact [phone] for further assistance.