2027 FSQA Summer Intern (Multiple Locations)

Tyson•Council Bluffs, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tyson Foods Inc. is seeking a summer intern to join the Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) team. The role involves performing one or more procedures or work instructions within the facility’s Food Safety System, including analytical chemistry or quality system procedures. Precision and accuracy in completing work instructions and collecting data are essential. Work may involve animal welfare, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), visual inspections of products and plant systems, process control monitoring related to the facility sanitation contractor, 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. The intern must be willing and able to work with various meat species, including beef, pork, and poultry, and to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates considering further education after completing their degree must highlight this on their resume. A resume is required for consideration.

Requirements

Be pursuing a degree in Biology, Entomology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Animal Science, Physical Sciences, or a related field.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent software for documentation, data analysis, and communication.
Have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Be detail-oriented and well-organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Be self-motivated and proactive, able to work independently and manage time efficiently.
Be willing and able to work with beef, pork, and poultry.
Be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Submit a resume; candidates considering further education after degree completion must highlight this on their resume.

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, including analytical chemistry or quality system procedures.
Accurately complete work instructions and collect data.
Participate in work involving animal welfare, HACCP, food safety and quality visual inspections of products and plant systems, and process control monitoring related to the facility sanitation contractor.
Collect and analyze data.
Work with cross-functional teams to provide business support.