Industrial Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 - Campus Recruiting (Multiple Locations)

Hormel Foods Family of Companies • Austin, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

To gain real world experience by performing the duties of their full-time engineering counterparts, managing projects independently, offering sound technical and engineering advice for facilities performance.

Requirements

• Must graduate in August 2027, December 2027, or May 2028 and major in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology or a related field with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, persuasive, initiative, analytical, and communication skills are necessary for success in this position
• Possess a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit
• This position will require access to and/or the utilization of a personal motor vehicle to get to and from the workplace
• Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer
• Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)
• Must be open to relocation

Nice To Haves

• The Hormel Foods internship program is designed with your growth in mind. As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects that support real business initiatives while developing the skills and confidence needed to launch your career.
• In addition to day-to-day responsibilities, you'll have opportunities to connect with fellow interns, build your professional network, participate in development and learning sessions, and interact with leaders across the organization.
• You'll leave the summer with valuable experience, lasting connections, and a deeper understanding of what it's like to work for a Fortune 500 company.
• We're proud to be recognized among the nation's Top 150 Internship Programs by Vault.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for improvements by performing ergonomic job surveys, analyzing operations, reviewing job loads, and making recommendations
• Identify improvements to work methods by reviewing the methods and analyzing potential method/design changes
• Analyze operations and create AutoCAD layouts
• Evaluate downtimes and methods to increase efficiency
• Evaluate, recommend and install new equipment and layouts

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $27.50 paid on a weekly basis
• Housing assistance through either a housing stipend or company-provided housing, depending on location
• Reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses
• Reimbursement for approved business-related expenses
• Opportunity to participate in a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual
• Hands-on experience with a Fortune 500 company
• Professional development opportunities and networking experiences
• Potential consideration for future internships, co-ops, or full-time employment opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern