Research and Development Summer Intern 2027

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

401(k) plans

Benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Springdale, AR, is seeking an R&D intern to work alongside food scientists in developing new products and processes for beef, pork and chicken.

The 12-week internship requires about 40 hours per week in-person, with housing provided for candidates located outside a 50-mile radius. Projects aim to deliver cost savings, quality improvements, and enhanced product competitiveness.

At internship end, you will present a brief report on your findings.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (incoming junior or senior) or master's degree in good standing.
• Degree in food or meat science preferred, but others may be considered.
• Strong computer skills with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist in product development alongside food scientists for beef, pork and chicken.
• Contribute to projects aimed at cost-saving, quality, profitability and innovation.
• Prepare a final brief report and presentation at internship end.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Meat/food science preferred

Job description

Job Details

Application Requirements: Must include a resume to be considered. Candidates considering further education after degree completion must highlight this on their resume to ensure full consideration.

Summary

An R&D intern will gain experience in product development by working alongside food scientists in the development of new products and processes for beef, pork, and chicken. Interns will be exposed to the manufacturing process used across Tyson's family of brands including Hillshire Farms, Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Ball Park, State Fair, amongst many others. Projects will also be assigned to the intern at the beginning of the summer that can provide an immediate impact through cost-saving, quality improvement, profitability, innovation, and/or product competitiveness. At the end of the internships, interns will conclude with a brief report and presentation on the results of their project(s). The length of the internship is 12 weeks.

Additional Requirements

Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (incoming junior, or senior) or master's degree program in good standing required. Degree in food or meat science related fields, preferred, but will consider other related majors.

Experience: Previous work experience in any field preferred.

Computer Skills: Strong computer skills and the ability to multi-task. Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written skills.

Supervisory Skills: None*

These openings are in Springdale, AR. This is a summer internship and will require approximately 40 working hours per week in-person.

Housing will be provided for any chosen candidates that are located outside of a 50-mile radius.

*Relocation Assistance Eligible:YesWork 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.

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.