About the role#
Simmons Foods offers a summer internship program focused on Pet Food Sales. You will work on real projects that address current business challenges and present your findings to senior leaders. This role provides a mix of project work and daily tasks to help you learn the fundamentals of our processes. You will also contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying ways to reduce waste and improve our systems.
What you'll do#
- Complete a project that aligns with your field of study and present the results to leadership.
- Handle daily tasks to gain a practical understanding of business operations.
- Participate in team meetings and support company programs and policies.
- Communicate ideas and concerns regarding operating systems to help improve performance.
- Ensure work meets quality standards and regulatory guidelines.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or Agriculture.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
- Knowledge of business and management principles.
- Ability to work on your feet for multiple hours.
- Ability to lift at least 10 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Rogers, Arkansas, USA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Simmons Foods
Founded in 1949 and headquartered in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, Simmons Foods is a privately held company with 5,001 to 10,000 employees. The business operates within the food and beverage industry, specializing in the production of poultry, pet food, and animal nutrition products. It functions as a major supplier of store brand wet pet food in North America and ranks among the largest poultry producers in the United States. The organization maintains operations across all 50 states and serves customers in more than 40 countries.
