Live Production Intern-Feedmill -Atwater, MN; Medford, MN; or Barron, WI

Hormel Foods Family of Companies • Atwater, MN

1h • Onsite

About The Position

Hormel Foods is hiring a Live Production Intern – Feedmill to gain hands-on experience in a modern feed manufacturing operation supporting a vertically integrated turkey production system. The intern will work alongside feed mill managers, nutritionists, operations teams, and production leaders and learn about feed manufacturing, ingredient management, quality assurance, and operational leadership. The internship is intended for students interested in feed production, agricultural operations, manufacturing management, animal nutrition, and supply chain management.

The position is temporary, full-time, hourly, and on-site at a feedmill in Atwater, Minnesota; Medford, Minnesota; or Barron, Wisconsin. Interns can expect to work approximately 40 hours per week and may be eligible for overtime based on business needs. The summer internship runs 10–12 weeks, starting in late May and ending in early August. Co-ops may be available depending on business needs and typically last 6–8 months.

Compensation is $24.00 per hour, paid weekly. Housing assistance is available through a stipend or company-provided housing, depending on location, along with reimbursement of eligible relocation and approved business-related expenses. The position offers access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and PTO accrual. Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship for employment-based visas.

Requirements

• Must graduate in August 2027, December 2027, or May 2028 and major in Agriculture, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Agribusiness, Business, or a related field.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and desire to learn in a manufacturing and agricultural environment.
• Ability to work safely around industrial equipment and in a production setting.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from assigned work locations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer and must not require employer sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7.
• Previous agricultural, manufacturing, feed mill, grain handling, livestock, or production experience.
• Experience with data analysis, process improvement, or operational projects.
• Interest in feed manufacturing, operations leadership, animal nutrition, or agricultural production management.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to feed mill operations, including receiving, manufacturing, quality control, maintenance, inventory management, and feed delivery logistics.
• Work alongside feed mill leadership to learn about production planning, labor management, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor feed manufacturing processes for quality, consistency, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Learn how feed formulation and nutrition support bird health, welfare, and production performance.
• Assist with inventory management for ingredients, finished feed, and other mill supplies.
• Participate in quality assurance programs, including feed sampling, testing procedures, and recordkeeping.
• Analyze production data and key performance indicators to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Gain exposure to preventive maintenance programs and equipment operation in a manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with feed mill personnel, live production teams, nutritionists, and corporate support staff to support operational goals.
• Design, execute, and present an independent project based on business needs and personal interests; possible topics include process improvement, operational efficiency, quality assurance, cost management, safety initiatives, or production analytics.
• Present project findings and recommendations to feed mill and production leadership at the conclusion of the internship.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $24.00, paid weekly.
• Housing assistance through 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.
• Professional development opportunities and networking experiences.
• Potential consideration for future internships, co-ops, or full-time employment opportunities.
• Hands-on experience with a Fortune 500 company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed