Plant Operations Intern: Drive Efficiency & Impact

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Union Springs (AL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is offering an 11-week Summer Internship Program in Union Springs, Alabama. The internship runs May 17–July 30, 2027 and provides hands-on project experience, professional development, and exposure to industry leaders.

Interns will conduct an operations efficiency study across Customer Service, Shipping, and Logistics, engaging with poultry processing operations and mentors. Applicants must be enrolled in an associate, bachelor’s, or graduate program in Poultry Science,

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an associate, bachelor's or graduate degree program majoring in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Economics, Accounting, Marketing, Communications, Agriculture or Business-related major.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Resume required.

Responsibilities

• Intern will conduct an operations efficiency study in our Customer Service/Shipping/Logistics Department. Intern should expect to engage across poultry processing operations.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Data interpretation

Organization

Relationship building

Verbal/written presentation

Education

Poultry Science

Animal Science

Agribusiness Management

Agricultural Economics

Accounting

Marketing

Communications

Business-related major

Job description

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is offering an 11-week Summer Internship Program in Union Springs, Alabama. The internship runs May 17–July 30, 2027 and provides hands-on project experience, professional development, and exposure to industry leaders.

Interns will conduct an operations efficiency study across Customer Service, Shipping, and Logistics, engaging with poultry processing operations and mentors. Applicants must be enrolled in an associate, bachelor’s, or graduate program in Poultry Science,