About the role#
This internship provides experience in operations finance and accounting within a manufacturing environment. You will work with experienced professionals on projects that support plant operations and decision-making. This is a year-round position requiring 15 to 20 hours per week during the school year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.
What you'll do#
- Monitor and report daily production metrics.
- Analyze disassembly yield data to support cost savings.
- Compile labor data and report on overtime trends.
- Prepare weekly plant variance reports comparing actuals to budget and forecast.
- Provide insights on budget versus actual drivers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Finance or Accounting major with at least one year of school remaining.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint.
- Strong computer skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
- Good written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- A self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently or in teams.
- Your resume must state your expected graduation date and area of study.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site at the Tyson Foods headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas.
- You must live within 60 miles of the facility.
- This is a paid, part-time internship.
About Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods is a food and beverage manufacturing company based in Springdale, Arkansas. Founded in 1935, the organization produces chicken, beef, and pork products. It manages a portfolio of over 30 brands including Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm, and Ball Park. The company employs more than 130,000 people and accounts for nearly 20 percent of the chicken, beef, and pork production in the United States.
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