Operations Intern: Hands-On Plant Experience + Mentorship

Perdue Farms; Accomac (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Perdue Farms is offering an Operations Intern position in Accomac, VA. You will gain hands-on experience across plant operations, shadow teams, and contribute to daily performance initiatives. The role includes a competitive hourly wage and a housing stipend to support relocation and housing during the internship.

You will work Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with mentorship from senior leaders and exposure to Learning University programs and live production farms.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited four-year institution pursuing a bachelor's degree.
• Degree fields include Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Production, Business, Animal Science or Agriculture.
• 3.0 GPA or higher and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Team Leader and Shift Leader in daily tasks to meet operating, safety, and quality requirements.
• Support production staff to ensure product quality and customer specifications are met.
• Rotates through functions across plant operations during training, including various departments.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Supply Chain degree

Engineering or Production Management

Job description

Perdue Farms is offering an Operations Intern position in Accomac, VA. You will gain hands-on experience across plant operations, shadow teams, and contribute to daily performance initiatives. The role includes a competitive hourly wage and a housing stipend to support relocation and housing during the internship.

You will work Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with mentorship from senior leaders and exposure to Learning University programs and live production farms.