Summer 2027 Intern: Learning & Development (Change Management)

Work at Simmons•Rogers, AR

About The Position

As part of Simmons Foods, interns work on real-world projects intended to have a lasting organizational impact, build cross-functional relationships, and support personal growth. The intern will complete a challenging, solution-oriented project addressing a real business problem relevant to the department or facility and related to the intern’s field of study. At the end of the summer, the intern will present the project to the team, senior leaders, and others. Day-to-day work will provide experience with important processes and help the intern develop a well-rounded understanding of the business. The position supports a continuous improvement culture by helping improve processes and identify ways to reduce waste. It also supports quality performance in accordance with applicable line, department, facility, company, USDA, and FDA guidelines and customer relations expectations. The intern participates in team development, communication, and implementation of concepts, programs, and policies; coordinates work with team members; attends appropriate meetings; and supports team cohesiveness and organizational synergy. The intern is expected to become familiar with Simmons’ operating systems, including quality, security, office environment, and company policies, and to understand how individual actions support those systems. The role includes communicating concerns and improvement ideas and performing other duties as necessary in support of business objectives. Travel depends on the assignment. PPE is required when visiting a facility.

Requirements

Be in the process of completing a bachelor’s, master’s, and/or doctorate degree program in a field related to the position.
Knowledge of business and management principles.
Willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
Ability to use computers and computer programs.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to work on feet for multiple hours, work in various temperatures, and lift at least 10 pounds.
Wear personal protective equipment as required when visiting a facility.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or poultry.
Military experience is valued; veterans are welcome to join the team.

Responsibilities

Complete a challenging, solution-oriented project addressing a real problem relevant to the department or facility and the intern’s field of study.
Present project work at the end of the summer to the team, senior leaders, and others.
Perform day-to-day work that supports business processes and provides a well-rounded learning experience.
Help develop a continuous improvement culture by improving processes and finding ways to reduce waste.
Support quality performance in accordance with applicable line, department, facility, company, USDA, and FDA guidelines and customer relations expectations.
Participate in team development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
Coordinate work with team members, attend appropriate team meetings, and support team cohesiveness.
Identify areas lacking cohesiveness, raise them with the team leader, and work with the team to resolve issues and support organizational synergy.
Become familiar with Simmons’ operating systems and communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.