Internship: Continuous Improvement

Farmer Focus • Harrisonburg, VA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Who We Are and What We Do Farmer Focus’s mission is to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to consistently producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is rooted in servant leadership, and we live by our Farmer Focus CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. Who We Are and What We Do Farmer Focus’s mission is to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to consistently producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our vision is to be the #1 protein brand for those who value people, the planet, and animals. Our corporate offices, processing and packaging operations are located in Harrisonburg, Virginia. This is a paid internship, working at least 20 hours per week during the summer months. Selected interns will be assigned to a departments throughout our organization that aligns with your course of study. The Farmer Focus team aims to develop a learning opportunity that aligns with your program of study while providing exposure to many areas of our business operations. Successful Farmer Focus interns take an active role in developing a learning plan with their internship supervisor. Bilingual (English/ Spanish) students strongly encouraged to apply. Continuous Improvement Intern – Poultry Industry We are seeking a highly motivated Continuous Improvement Intern, preferably pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related field, with a strong passion for learning and problem-solving. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in different areas of poultry processing while supporting initiatives that drive operational excellence.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or related field preferred).
• A proactive, hands-on mindset, actively looking for ways to contribute and get involved in operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate across different teams and departments.
• Passion for learning different areas of the poultry industry and applying continuous improvement principles.

Responsibilities

• Spend significant time on the production floor tracking performance, gathering data, and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Support the implementation of 6S by assisting with organization, standardization, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate across multiple departments, including operations, maintenance, and quality assurance, to drive process improvements.
• Gain a full perspective of poultry processing by rotating between our slaughter facility and packaging facility, allowing exposure to the entire value chain.
• Assist with project execution, including data analysis, reporting, and implementation of solutions to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees