Packaging System Intern

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Springdale, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tyson Foods is seeking a Packaging Systems Intern to support the Packaging Systems, Packaging Engineering, and Graphics teams within Research and Development in Springdale, Arkansas. The intern will work closely with Analysts and Senior Analysts, Packaging Systems, as well as Packaging Engineers and Graphics, to support packaging data, systems, and day-to-day workflows. This role provides hands-on experience with data cleanup, reporting, and workflow execution, while also offering exposure to queries, automation, and AI tools. Occasional travel to plants and supplier locations will help build packaging domain knowledge and an understanding of real-world operations.

Requirements

Incoming junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing a degree in Packaging, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field.
Familiarity with Excel and basic data analysis.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Willingness to ask questions and learn from team members.
Demonstrated reliability and attention to detail.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
Ability to work effectively with structured and unstructured data, including incomplete or inconsistent datasets.
Ability to learn new systems and technologies quickly.
Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Strong curiosity and desire to understand both systems and real-world packaging applications.
Available for 20–40 hours per week.
Resume must include expected graduation date and major or area of study.
Must demonstrate the maturity, professionalism, and foundational skills needed to contribute effectively in a corporate environment.
This role requires comfort learning within evolving processes, system limitations, and real-world business environments.
Success depends on the ability to build domain knowledge through collaboration with team members, hands-on experience, and the thoughtful use of AI tools.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to databases, querying (SQL), or scripting tools is preferred.
Interest in AI tools and automation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with data entry, cleanup, validation, and correction of data inconsistencies within packaging systems, including PLM and legacy systems.
Learn and support current packaging workflows, including specification development, approval processes, and reporting activities.
Support Packaging Engineers and Graphics teams with data-related needs, including packaging specifications and artwork-related information.
Support Packaging Engineers during projects, testing, and validation activities, including collecting and analyzing data from experiments, trials, or system outputs.
Assist with developing queries, reports, and basic data analysis using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar systems.
Document current processes, system limitations, workflow gaps, and related reference materials as needed.
Support process improvement efforts through the use of automation and AI tools, with guidance, to improve repetitive tasks, data analysis, and reporting workflows.
Travel occasionally to plants and supplier locations to observe packaging operations and build domain knowledge.
Manage assigned tasks, contribute to team projects, and assist in resolving issues related to packaging data, systems, and workflows.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.