Research & Development Summer 2026 Intern

Tyson Foods • Springdale, AR

112d

About The Position

An intern in research and development at Tyson Foods will gain experience in product development by working alongside food scientists in the development and optimization of new products and processes. With Tyson's vast portfolio, including chicken, pork, beef, prepared foods and even tortillas, interns will be exposed to diverse modern processes and technical expertise. Interns will have the opportunity to work on Tyson's iconic brands including Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Ball Park, State Fair, Hillshire Farms, and many others. Each intern will be tasked with multiple projects that provide an immediate impact on the business through cost-savings, quality improvement, and innovation. At the end of the internship, interns will present the results of their projects and showcase the products they developed throughout the summer. High levels of collaboration are encouraged, and interns will have the opportunity to network with leaders across the company. The length of the summer internship is a jam packed 12 weeks from May to August.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (incoming junior or senior) or master's degree program in good standing.
• Degree in food or meat science related fields preferred, but other related majors will be considered.
• Previous work experience in any field preferred.
• Strong computer skills and ability to multi-task.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside food scientists in product development and optimization.
• Participate in multiple projects that impact the business.
• Present project results and showcase developed products at the end of the internship.
• Collaborate with team members and network with company leaders.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• Fully funded education programs through Upward Academy Online

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree