Paid Swine Production Internship

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Algona, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 46,838,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods invites applications for a Production Intern position in Algona, IA. This paid internship offers hands-on training in a swine facility, under supervision, with a focus on understanding processes, compliance with environmental laws, and safe operations.

The one-year program emphasizes teamwork, learning, and contributing to production goals. Hourly rate is $16.50, and candidates should be working toward a degree (agriculture-related majors preferred).

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to learn and work in a team environment.
• Proactive thinker and self-motivated.
• Strong time, project, and organizational management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as with others.

Responsibilities

• Trains daily in a swine facility gaining a general understanding of processes and how these interrelate to overall company efforts in swine production.
• Engaged under the supervision of the appropriate department leader while learning/performing duties and responsibilities of a particular function.
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Hog Production Division subscribes.
• Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.
• Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team environment

Proactive thinker

Time management

Independent work

Education

Agriculture-related major preferred

Job description

Smithfield Foods invites applications for a Production Intern position in Algona, IA. This paid internship offers hands-on training in a swine facility, under supervision, with a focus on understanding processes, compliance with environmental laws, and safe operations.

The one-year program emphasizes teamwork, learning, and contributing to production goals. Hourly rate is $16.50, and candidates should be working toward a degree (agriculture-related majors preferred).