About the role#
Join our team as a Safety Intern to gain hands-on experience in a food production environment. This internship provides an inside look at safety practices, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. You will support the Safety Team in executing initiatives across plant operations and learn how safety protocols protect people, products, and processes.
What you'll do#
- Assist in conducting safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across departments.
- Support incident investigations and root cause analyses.
- Help develop and deliver safety training materials for associates.
- Participate in ergonomic assessments and hazard identification.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions.
- Present findings and recommendations to site leadership at the end of the internship.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Status as a rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior, with a preference for rising Juniors or Seniors.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software.
- Strong analytical, communication, and time management skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to work independently.
- Completion of at least 2 college-level communication courses.
Location & details#
- Location: Milford, Delaware.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- This role involves working in various plant environments, including exposure to cold temperatures, noise, and industrial chemicals. You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work from ladders or stairs.
About Perdue Farms
Perdue Farms is a fourth-generation family-owned food and agriculture company founded in 1920. Based in Salisbury, Maryland, the firm employs over 10,000 people. It produces a protein portfolio that includes poultry, beef, pork, and lamb under several brands. The company also operates Perdue AgriBusiness to provide international agricultural services.
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