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Hormel Foods · 2 hours ago

Hormel Foods - CPG Consumer Insights Intern - Summer 2026 (Austin, MN)

1 Hormel Place, Austin, MN, 55912, US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$24/hr - $24/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Hormel Foods Corporation is a global branded food company based in Austin, Minnesota. As a Consumer Insights Intern, you will assist the marketing and innovation teams in understanding consumer behavior and trends through research initiatives and data analysis.

Food ProcessingManufacturingMeat and Poultry

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, execution, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative consumer research projects (e.g., surveys, focus groups, ethnographies)

Analyze syndicated data sources (e.g., Nielsen, IRI, Mintel) to identify category and consumer trends

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Brand Marketing, Innovation, Analytics, R&D, and Sales

Help prepare and present presentations and reports that communicate insights clearly and persuasively

Participate in brainstorming sessions and strategic planning meetings

Qualification

Consumer researchData analysisMicrosoft ExcelPowerPointData visualizationAnalytical skillsEntrepreneurial spiritCritical thinkingCommunication skillsLeadership skillsPersuasive skillsWork ethic

Required

Must graduate in August 2026, December 2026, May 2027 and major in Food Marketing, Marketing, Business, Market Research, Psychology, Sociology, Data Analytics, or a related field

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Possesses strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills

Demonstrated leadership and persuasive skills are necessary for success in this position

Possesses a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit

Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Must be comfortable with the preparation and consumption of meat products; more specifically, pork, beef, and chicken

This position will require access to and/or the utilization of a personal motor vehicle to get to and from the workplace