Summer 2027 Mars Petcare Quality and Food Safety Internship - Ft. Smith, Arkansas

Mars•Fort Smith, AR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Petcare Research and Development Intern, you will gain exposure to the following areas: Product Development, Packaging Development, Process Development, Quality & Food Safety, Product & Package Translation Support, and Sensory. The Mars Internship Experience is a 10-week summer program providing excellent depth of experience with real business problems and opportunities. It includes exciting professional and social engagement activities, best-in-class training and development from Day 1, a formal mentor, access to Mars University, and ongoing coaching and mentorship. Interns will receive a competitive salary & benefits package, fun freebies, and access to pet-friendly offices. Housing and relocation benefits vary on eligibility and location.

Requirements

Desired majors include: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Food Science, Animal Science
Students will intern the summer prior to their final graduation date (typically rising seniors)
Eligible candidates will intern the summer prior to their final graduation date.
Open to students legally authorized to work in the U.S., without the need for current or future work status authorization or visa sponsorship for employment.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug & background screening.
Eligible candidates will be responsible for personal transportation to and from work site during duration of the internship program.

Nice To Haves

Some of the positions available might be at a facility that process nuts or allows dogs and cats on site. Please let us know if this raises any concerns so that we can address them