Research and Development Year Round Intern

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. offers a year-round internship designed to immerse students in real-world food science and product development. You will work with food scientists and technicians on a high volume of research projects, learning data collection, analysis, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

The program emphasizes hands-on experience, skill development, and networking across business units, with opportunities to convert top interns into full-time roles after graduation.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior or pursuing master's/doctoral degree with at least one year remaining.
• Experience in R&D or Food Science is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assist food scientists and technicians.
• Complete a high volume of R&D projects daily.
• Follow verbal and written instructions precisely.
• Ensure data collection/entry and product evaluations.
• Support pilot plant/plant trials as needed.
• Demonstrate Tyson's RIGHT Behaviors: Respect, Integrity, Growth, Humility, Teamwork.

Skills

Multitask

Self-starter

Collaborative

Strong computer skills

Education

Sophomore/Junior/Senior or grad student

Food Science or Animal Science or related

At least 1 year remaining

Tools

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details:Job Description Summary:

Are you ready to jumpstart your career with a year-round internship at Tyson Foods? We are seeking driven and passionate interns to join our team and contribute to meaningful projects that drive our business forward. As an intern at Tyson Foods, you will gain hands-on experience, develop critical skills, and be part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence. This is your opportunity to experience entry level work at one of the world's largest food companies, work on impactful projects, and make a real difference!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist and support food scientists and technicians.
• Successfully complete a high volume of Research and Development projects daily.
• Follow verbal and written instructions well and apply them to various assigned tasks.
• Ensure data collection/entry, product evaluations, and hand samples are successfully completed each day.
• Assist with pilot plant/plant trials, as needed.
• Embark Tyson Foods' RIGHT Behaviors (Respect, Integrity, Growth, Humility, and Teamwork).
• Contribute to impactful projects and work that develop critical skills and provide valuable insights.
• Communicate with and support cross-functional leaders to execute real world work, in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

Program Highlights:

• Skill Development: Enhance your technical, analytical, and leadership skills through hands-on experiences and project-based work.
• Competitive Pay: Receive competitive compensation.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals across various departments and gain insights from multiple business units.
• Focus on Sustainability: Be part of a company committed to responsible business practices and making a positive impact on the world.
• Participation in Company events and initiatives: Engage in company events and initiatives that foster learning and development.

Our goal is to convert top performing interns into full-time team members post-graduation, fully equipped with the tools and experiences needed to succeed.

Join Tyson Foods and be part of a team dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

Our internship program provides a robust foundation for a successful career in the food industry and beyond.

Ready to shape the future of food?

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Must be in good standing; must be entering Sophomore, Junior, or Senior year or pursuing master's or Doctorate degree, required. Food Science, Animal Science, and other Agriculture and Business majors preferred. Must have at least one year of school remaining.
• Experience: Previous work experience in any field preferred. Experience related to R&D and Food Science preferred.
• Computer Skills: Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Excel, familiarity with Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Special Skills: Ability to multitask, motivated self-starter, and collaborative.
• Work Hours: Must be able to work 40 hours through the summer and up to 25hours throughout the school year as classes allow.
• Application Requirements: Resume must state your expected graduation date and your area of study.
• Location: Students must be within commutable distance to the facility, which is 60 miles or less.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible:No
• Work Shift:1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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The 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.

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