Poultry & Fresh Meats Innovation Year-Round Intern

Tyson Foods•Springdale, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting and supporting Innovation leads in the Fresh Meats and Poultry area developing new product lines and managing the existing value-added portfolio. Will work with the Innovation team, R&D, Sales & Marketing, Business Units, and Operations to help support the value-added development efforts. This is a year-round internship with the selected candidate expected to work part time during the school year, full time during the summer. This role requires the selected candidate to work in office at Tyson Foods’ Springdale, AR World Headquarters and must live within a commutable range of the office year-round to be considered. Our goal is to convert top performing interns into full-time team members post-graduation, fully equipped with the tools and experiences needed to succeed. Join Tyson Foods and be part of a team dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Our internship program provides a robust foundation for a successful career in the food industry and beyond.

Requirements

Incoming junior, senior, or graduate student with at least one year of remaining
Business, Marketing, Food Science, Animal Science, or other Agriculture majors preferred
Previous work experience preferred; experience related to the internship function is strongly preferred (e.g., exposure to industry‑standard tools, systems, or workflows)
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present information clearly
Professional, collaborative, and able to work effectively with cross‑functional partners
Demonstrated reliability, responsiveness to feedback, and strong attention to detail
Strong computer proficiency, including Excel; familiarity with Access, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to learn new technologies or discipline‑relevant systems quickly
Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
Self‑motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Available for 40 hours per week in summer; up to 20 hours per week during school year
Resume must include expected graduation date and major/area of study
Must live within 60 miles of the facility
Must demonstrate the maturity, professionalism, and foundational skills needed to contribute meaningfully in a corporate environment
Standing 50%; Sitting 50%
Some Physical Labor Required: This can include lifting, pushing, and/or pulling around 50 pounds with carts or hand pallet jacks in and out of coolers or freezers on a weekly basis
Must be capable of occasionally working in hot, cold, and wet surroundings

Responsibilities

Work well with others in a team environment
Be able to follow verbal and written instructions as well as be able to apply those instructions
Work closely with innovation leads to ensure projects are in-line and on task
Assist with data collection as required
Pull insight data for team from Nielsen and IRI
Coordinate sales samples and work with R&D on sample coordination and shipping
May work with R&D in the pilot plant to support development
Must be capable of working in hot, cold, and wet surroundings
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or lead
Embody Tyson Foods' RIGHT Behaviors (Respect, Integrity, Growth, Humility, and Teamwork)
Contribute to impactful projects and work that develop critical skills and provide valuable insights
Communicate with and support cross-functional leaders to execute real world work, in a fast paced and dynamic environment