Research and Development Summer Intern 2027

Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes Referral Payout Eligible: No Continue growing with our family. Our team members make it happen. If you want to continue to grow in a new role internally and see a position that looks right for you, we encourage you to apply! Thanks for your commitment to Tyson Foods. Management Level: No Level 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. * Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America) Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. 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. CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here .