Perdue Farms · 2 months ago
Project Management / Manufacturing Systems Intern - Summer 2026
Perdue Farms is a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. The Manufacturing Systems Application Development Internship offers students hands-on experience in Information Technology and related fields over a 10-12 week period.
Food and Beverage
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
Qualification
Required
Must be a rising Junior or Senior currently pursuing a Bachelors degree at an accredited university in a relevant field of study
Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA or higher
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
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
Benefits
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
Company
Perdue Farms
Perdue Farms is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for everyone we touch through innovative food and agricultural products
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Recent News
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