Summer Internship 2026 – Cobb-Vantress - Marketing & Communications

Tyson Foods • Siloam Springs, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cobb-Vantress is seeking motivated, curious interns to support meaningful, real-world projects that advance their global business. This hands-on internship offers valuable exposure to a world-class organization that provides protein to the world while living its values of Family, Integrity, Innovation, and Being the Best. This role supports Cobb’s global Marketing & Communications (MarCom) team, contributing to strategic marketing and communications initiatives. The company is looking for students with an interest in agriculture (poultry experience or curiosity is a plus) who are eager to learn across marketing disciplines such as social media, graphic design, video and photography, digital marketing, data analytics, and performance reporting. Interns will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute fresh ideas, and gain practical experience through impactful projects and participation in local events. This opportunity is ideal for a junior or senior who is local to Northwest Arkansas or plans to reside in the area for the summer. Based on candidate interest, performance, business needs, and fit, there may be opportunities to continue during the academic year and/or be considered for future full-time roles with Cobb.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program with at least one year remaining; juniors and seniors will be considered first
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of learning new technologies and systems quickly
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly
• Professional, collaborative, and effective working with cross-functional teams
• Self-motivated, organized, reliable, receptive to feedback, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated professionalism, maturity, and readiness to contribute in a corporate environment
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week during the summer and up to 20 hours per week during the academic year if continuing past Summer
• Must live within 60 miles of the Cobb-Vantress Corporate Office in Siloam Springs, Arkansas
• Internship is in-person
• Resume required, including expected graduation date and major/area of study

Nice To Haves

• Poultry experience or curiosity is a plus
• Fields of study such as Agriculture (Science, Business, Marketing), Poultry Operations, or related disciplines are preferred
• Prior work experience preferred
• Coursework, internships, or exposure related to marketing, communications, agriculture, or use of industry-standard tools is a plus
• Access familiarity a plus

Responsibilities

• Support meaningful, real-world projects that advance the global business
• Contribute to strategic marketing and communications initiatives
• Learn across marketing disciplines such as social media, graphic design, video and photography, digital marketing, data analytics, and performance reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Contribute fresh ideas
• Gain practical experience through impactful projects and participation in local events

Benefits

• Skill Development: Build technical, analytical, and professional skills through project-based, hands-on work
• Competitive Pay: Earn competitive compensation
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals across departments and business units
• Exposure & Engagement: Participate in company events and initiatives that support learning and development
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees