Mountaire Farms · 1 week ago
Processing Operations Intern
Lumber Bridge, NC
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerMountaire Farms is an agricultural food production and processing company, and they are seeking a Processing Operations Intern to gain hands-on experience in food processing operations. The intern will contribute to projects focused on operational efficiency and process improvement while working alongside experienced operations professionals.
Food and Beverage
Responsibilities
Assist with continuous improvement efforts related to automation installations
Conduct data collection and analysis on product yield performance
Identify opportunities for material recovery and process optimization
Shadow supervisors, engineers, and plant managers to gain insight into day-to-day operations and decision-making
Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that improve throughput, productivity, and overall plant performance
Assist with the documentation of best practices and standardization of processes across departments
Gain exposure to continuous improvement tools and methodologies, learning how small changes can lead to big operational impacts
Complete assigned project identified by department mentor
Attend weekly seminar series across different Mountaire facilities
Other duties as assigned
All interns must be available to travel to Delaware during the last week of the program for final presentations (August 3 to 7, 2026)
All interns are required to complete a 10-minute presentation on their project at the conclusion of summer. Presentations will take place in Millsboro, DE at the Administrative Building during the week of August 3rd-7th
Qualification
Required
Must be currently enrolled and pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university
Valid Driver's license
Must pass the Mountaire Motor Vehicle Record check
Strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability in a full-time environment
Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a team setting
Critical thinking, problem-solving, and solid math skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze and interpret data
Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced processing plant environment, including exposure to cold/wet conditions and production equipment
Flexible and open to rotating through different areas of the plant to broaden experience
Complete assigned project identified by department mentor
Attend weekly seminar series across different Mountaire facilities
Other duties as assigned
All interns must be available to travel to Delaware during the last week of the program for final presentations (August 3 to 7, 2026)
All interns are required to complete a 10-minute presentation on their project at the conclusion of summer. Presentations will take place in Millsboro, DE at the Administrative Building during the week of August 3rd-7th
Anticipated weekly schedule for this internship is: 8am - 5pm
Benefits
Eight paid holidays
Medical Plans with free onsite Health and Wellness Centers
Dental and Vision Programs
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Retirement Planning with 401(k)
Profit Sharing
Employee Discounted Chicken Sales
Employee Discounts with partners (Car Purchase, Phone Plans, & Shopping)
Tuition Reimbursement
Many exciting career development programs
Company
Mountaire Farms
Mountaire Farms continues to adhere to the highest standards of quality control and operational excellence.
Founded in 1914
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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