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Manufacturing Systems Project Management Intern Summer 2026
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Full Time
Job Description
Job description
Perdue Farms is a family-owned food and agriculture company heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. We were founded on trust—a value that carries through everything we do. Perdue Foods is a leader in Premium Proteins and Perdue AgriBusiness ranks among the top US grain companies.
Summary
Come join us at Corporate HQ for Summer 2026! Our Manufacturing Systems Application Development Internship offers students hands-on, real-world experience within the company over an 10 - 12 week period. Come experience an inside look in the world of Information Techonology, Information Systems, CPG and Food Production.
What can you expect from a Perdue summer internship?
• Competitive Pay
• Exciting Social, Philanthropic, and Networking Events with other Perdue Interns
• Hands-On, Real World Work Experience and a Dedicated Summer Mentor
• Learning Workshops
• Travel to Perdue Locations Such as our Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University and Live Production Farms
• Interaction with Senior Leadership
• Housing Stipend
This position has a target wage of $15.60 - $23.40 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available.
In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.
What You Will Learn & Main Responsibilities
• Working with a summer mentor learning different aspects of how the Manufacturing Systems/Operational Technology area works while getting hands-on, real world work experience.
• Provide project management/leadership support and contribute to the execution of technology projects which deliver business value.
• Will be able to interact with Senior leadership.
• Will be able to travel to different company locations such as the Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University and Live Production Farms.
Minimum Education
• Must be a rising Junior or Senior currently pursuing a Bachelors degree at an accredited university in a relevant field of study. Information Systems, Information Technology, Industrial/Systems Engineering, Data Analytics, or related majors preferred.
• Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA or higher
Experience Requirements
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn new software
• Have strong communication skills, including written and verbal
• Must be able to work independently or in teams
• Must be able to demonstrate technical aptitude
Experience Preferred
• 3.25 GPA or higher is highly preferred
• Completed at least 1 college-level project management course
• Completed database management/SQL programming courses
• Student extra-curricular experiences demonstrating leadership ability
Environmental Factors And Physical Requirements
• Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
• May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
• May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
• Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Perdue Farms is a family-owned food and agriculture company heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. We were founded on trust—a value that carries through everything we do. Perdue Foods is a leader in Premium Proteins and Perdue AgriBusiness ranks among the top US grain companies.
Summary
Come join us at Corporate HQ for Summer 2026! Our Manufacturing Systems Application Development Internship offers students hands-on, real-world experience within the company over an 10 - 12 week period. Come experience an inside look in the world of Information Techonology, Information Systems, CPG and Food Production.
What can you expect from a Perdue summer internship?
• Competitive Pay
• Exciting Social, Philanthropic, and Networking Events with other Perdue Interns
• Hands-On, Real World Work Experience and a Dedicated Summer Mentor
• Learning Workshops
• Travel to Perdue Locations Such as our Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University and Live Production Farms
• Interaction with Senior Leadership
• Housing Stipend
This position has a target wage of $15.60 - $23.40 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available.
In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.
What You Will Learn & Main Responsibilities
• Working with a summer mentor learning different aspects of how the Manufacturing Systems/Operational Technology area works while getting hands-on, real world work experience.
• Provide project management/leadership support and contribute to the execution of technology projects which deliver business value.
• Will be able to interact with Senior leadership.
• Will be able to travel to different company locations such as the Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University and Live Production Farms.
Minimum Education
• Must be a rising Junior or Senior currently pursuing a Bachelors degree at an accredited university in a relevant field of study. Information Systems, Information Technology, Industrial/Systems Engineering, Data Analytics, or related majors preferred.
• Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA or higher
Experience Requirements
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn new software
• Have strong communication skills, including written and verbal
• Must be able to work independently or in teams
• Must be able to demonstrate technical aptitude
Experience Preferred
• 3.25 GPA or higher is highly preferred
• Completed at least 1 college-level project management course
• Completed database management/SQL programming courses
• Student extra-curricular experiences demonstrating leadership ability
Environmental Factors And Physical Requirements
• Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
• May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
• May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
• Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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