Operations Intern: Dairy Plant Projects & Leadership

Agropur, inc.; Lake Norden (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Relocation assistance (where available

Hands-on experience in dairy plant

Job summary

Agropur, inc. is seeking an Operations Intern to assist with cheese and whey manufacturing processes, support performance improvements, and gain hands-on experience in a leading dairy environment.

You will collaborate with Plant Leadership and Operations teams, learn roles across the plant, and contribute to data-driven project outcomes. This internship emphasizes collaboration, quality, and leadership development in a real-world setting.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Dairy Science, Agricultural Science, Food Science, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to multiple areas of plant operations, including milk receiving, cheese production, drying, packaging, and shipping.
• Support projects focused on improving processes, productivity, quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Collect and analyze data to measure the effectiveness of implemented improvements.
• Partner with Operations employees and leaders to learn various roles and responsibilities throughout the plant.
• Present project outcomes, recommendations, and key learnings at the conclusion of the internship.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Manufacturing interest

Leadership development

Education

Dairy Science, Agricultural Science, Food Science, Operations Management, Engineering or related field

Job description

Agropur, inc. is seeking an Operations Intern to assist with cheese and whey manufacturing processes, support performance improvements, and gain hands-on experience in a leading dairy environment.

You will collaborate with Plant Leadership and Operations teams, learn roles across the plant, and contribute to data-driven project outcomes. This internship emphasizes collaboration, quality, and leadership development in a real-world setting.