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Job Description Summary:

Are you ready to jumpstart your career with a year-round Research and Development 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 R&D 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. The year-round R&D intern will work with new products and processes. With Tyson’s vast portfolio, including chicken, pork, beef, prepared foods and even tortillas, interns will be exposed to diverse modern processes and technical expertise. Interns will have the opportunity to work on Tyson’s iconic brands. 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:

• Embody 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. 
• This role will consist of but not limited to helping scientists to collect data, making product samples in the kitchen or pilot plant, and presenting work to small teams.

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? Apply now!

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Incoming junior, senior, or higher education preferred. Must have at least one year of school remaining. Preferred majors for this internship include but are not limited to Animal Science, Poultry Science, Food Science, or Culinary.
• Experience: Previous work experience in any field is preferred. Experience related to Research and Development and Food Science is strongly preferred but not required.
• 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 20 hours 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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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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