Tyson Foods · 1 month ago
Packaging System Intern
Corporate - Springdale, Arkansas
Internship
Onsite
InternTyson Foods is seeking a Packaging Systems Intern to support the Packaging Systems, Packaging Engineering, and Graphics teams within Research and Development in Springdale, Arkansas. The intern will work closely with Analysts and Senior Analysts, Packaging Systems, as well as Packaging Engineers and Graphics, to support packaging data, systems, and day-to-day workflows.
Food and BeverageMarketingAgricultureFood ProcessingMeat and Poultry
Responsibilities
Assist with data entry, cleanup, validation, and correction of data inconsistencies within packaging systems, including PLM and legacy systems
Learn and support current packaging workflows, including specification development, approval processes, and reporting activities
Support Packaging Engineers and Graphics teams with data-related needs, including packaging specifications and artwork-related information
Support Packaging Engineers during projects, testing, and validation activities, including collecting and analyzing data from experiments, trials, or system outputs
Assist with developing queries, reports, and basic data analysis using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar systems
Document current processes, system limitations, workflow gaps, and related reference materials as needed
Support process improvement efforts through the use of automation and AI tools, with guidance, to improve repetitive tasks, data analysis, and reporting workflows
Travel occasionally to plants and supplier locations to observe packaging operations and build domain knowledge
Manage assigned tasks, contribute to team projects, and assist in resolving issues related to packaging data, systems, and workflows
Perform other duties as needed or assigned
Qualification
Required
Incoming junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing a degree in Packaging, Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field
Familiarity with Excel and basic data analysis
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Willingness to ask questions and learn from team members
Demonstrated reliability and attention to detail
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
Ability to work effectively with structured and unstructured data, including incomplete or inconsistent datasets
Ability to learn new systems and technologies quickly
Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Strong curiosity and desire to understand both systems and real-world packaging applications
Resume must include expected graduation date and major or area of study
Preferred
Exposure to databases, querying (SQL), or scripting tools
Interest in AI tools and automation
Benefits
Paid time off
401(k) plans
Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
Relocation and housing support
Company
Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods is a modern, multi-national, protein-focused food company.
Founded in 1935
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
Tyson Foods has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
74%
Represents job field similar to this job
Engineering and Development
Accounting and Finance
Product Management
Management and Executive
Customer Service and Support
Marketing
Human Resources
Trends of Total Sponsorships
*2026 (6)
2025 (40)
2024 (24)
2023 (23)
2022 (29)
2021 (10)
2020 (7)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2024-02-28Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Curt Calaway
Chief Financial Officer
Devin Cole
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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