Maintenance and Reliability Intern - Summer 2026

Perdue • Accomac, VA

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintenance and Reliability Intern - Summer 2026 Accomac, Virginia, United States Job ID 78276 Job Category Early Career (Interns & Management Trainees) Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Summary Come join our Maintenance team in Accomac, VA for Summer 2026! Our Maintenance and Reliability Internship offers students hands-on, real-world experience within the company over an 10 - 12 week period. Come experience an inside look in the world of plant operations. The Maintenance & Reliability Intern will gain hands-on exposure to equipment performance, preventative maintenance systems, and continuous improvement initiatives. The internship will provide the opportunity to work on real business challenges in maintenance planning, downtime reduction, and reliability optimization. The program will be tailored to the intern's interests and experience level to maximize learning. What can you expect from a Perdue summer internship?  Competitive Pay  Exciting Social, Philanthropic, and Networking Events with other Perdue Interns Hands-On, Real World Work Experience and a Dedicated Summer Mentor  Learning Workshops Travel to Perdue Locations Such as our Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University and Live Production Farms Interaction with Senior Leadership  Housing Stipend

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an accredited 2-4 year college or technical school program.
• Program of study in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Reliability Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical field.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with mechanical or electrical systems, reliability tools, or maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the tracking and reporting of Repair & Maintenance (R&M) spending to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in downtime analysis and reporting to determine “bad actor” assets, performance trends and identify capacity improvement opportunities
• Participate in root cause analysis efforts to address equipment failures and propose corrective actions.
• Contribute to preventative maintenance optimization and failure mode effects analysis, including review and updating of PM schedules in EAM/CMMS.
• Assist with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) data scrubbing, ensuring accuracy and completeness of maintenance records.
• Participate in predictive maintenance technology data analysis efforts to help identify onset of failures, review recommended corrective actions, and assist with planning and scheduling of follow up actions.
• Collaborate with plant operations and maintenance teams on reliability projects that improve equipment uptime and reduce unplanned failures.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Exciting Social, Philanthropic, and Networking Events with other Perdue Interns
• Hands-On, Real World Work Experience and a Dedicated Summer Mentor
• Learning Workshops
• Travel to Perdue Locations Such as our Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University and Live Production Farms
• Interaction with Senior Leadership
• Housing Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed