2027 FSQA Summer Intern (Multiple Locations)

Tyson Foods•Council Bluffs, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tyson Foods Inc. is seeking a summer intern to join its Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) team. The intern will perform one or more procedures or work instructions within the facility’s Food Safety System, which may include analytical chemistry or quality system procedures. Precision and accuracy in carrying out instructions and collecting data are essential. Work may involve animal welfare processes, HACCP, visual inspections of products and plant systems, sanitation-contractor process-control monitoring, and data collection and analysis. The intern will work with cross-functional teams to support the business. This is an in-person, full-time summer role requiring 40 hours per week. Candidates must be willing and able to work with beef, pork, and poultry. Applicants must include a resume; candidates considering further education after completing their degree must indicate this on their resume.

Requirements

Be pursuing a degree in Biology, Entomology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Animal Science, Physical Sciences, or a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent software for documentation, data analysis, and communication.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Highly detail-oriented and well-organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
Willingness and ability to work with beef, pork, and poultry.
Work in person full-time, 40 hours per week, during the summer.
Include a resume with the application; indicate on the resume if considering further education after degree completion.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Previous laboratory, food safety, quality assurance, food manufacturing, animal science, sanitation, process control, or related experience.
Relevant academic laboratory coursework, research, internships, or other hands-on experience involving inspections, procedural compliance, and data collection or analysis.

Responsibilities

Perform procedures and work instructions within the facility’s Food Safety System, potentially including analytical chemistry or quality system procedures.
Carry out work related to animal welfare, HACCP, food safety and quality assurance inspections, sanitation-contractor process-control monitoring, and data collection and analysis.
Collect data and perform assigned work with precision and accuracy.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide business support.