About the role#
This internship offers the chance to work on real-world projects that impact our organization. You will gain experience by balancing a primary project with daily tasks, helping you understand core business processes. You will also build cross-functional relationships across different departments.
What you'll do#
- Complete a project that addresses a real business challenge related to your field of study.
- Present your project findings to your team and senior leaders at the end of the summer.
- Support a culture of continuous improvement by finding ways to reduce waste.
- Help develop and implement team programs, policies, and concepts.
- Maintain familiarity with quality, security, and office operating systems.
- Perform tasks to support overall business objectives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree program in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Agriculture.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
- Knowledge of business and management principles.
- Ability to work on your feet for several hours.
- Ability to lift at least 10 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Gentry, Arkansas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time and paid.
- Note: This role may require travel depending on your specific assignment.
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.
