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Plant Operations Intern (Grand Forks, ND)

CompanySimplot
LocationGrand Forks
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Operations Intern will support the local business unit by leading or assisting in projects aimed at improving safety, quality, costs, and delivery. This includes managing project lifecycles, analyzing data, and collaborating with operators to address process challenges.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
5508
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Founded in 1929, the J.R. Simplot Company is a dynamic global food and agriculture leader with operations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australia, Argentina, India and China. Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, the privately held and family-owned Company employs more than 15,000 employees worldwide. The Company's integrated portfolio includes food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture. The Simplot Brand and our values still align with the qualities you find in farmers: independence, fairness, resilience and resourcefulness. We imagine a better future, build innovative solutions to help feed a growing global population and share an unwavering commitment to the communities where we operate. Simplot’s success is strengthened by our history, driven by our employees, and ensured by our commitment to our Purpose, Mission and Core Values. Many things have changed at Simplot over the years, but J.R.’s bedrock vision carries forward: work hard, give honest value, be good partners and – today more than ever – treat the Earth and its bounty as a resource to be respected and protected.
About the Role

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The position of Operations Intern works to support the local business unit through leading or assisting in projects aimed at improving safety, quality, costs and deliver. This position will leverage theoretical learnings with real world experiences in a food production environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead projects through project management lifecycle. Assist local leadership team in prioritization of projects. Communication project status to necessary stakeholders.
  • Assist others in various other projects within the facility.
  • Gather, review and analyze data.
  • Work with operators to understand process challenges.
  • Submit new project ideas directed at improving safety and quality, lowering costs, and improving deliver.
  • Become familiar with continuous improvement processes. Utilize those processes in everyday activities.
  • Ensure self-compliance with Company policies and plant procedures.
  • Maintain Company standards for safety, quality, food safety, sanitation and GMPs.
  • Work within safety rules and regulations in actively avoiding injury to self and others.
  • Maintain necessary level of communication with team members and other support groups and does so in a participative management style conducive with operational goals.
  • Ensure that additional duties and accountabilities required by management are handled in a manner necessary to meet operational standards.

Typical Education

Must be currently working towards a 4-year degree in Engineering, Business, Agriculture or closely related field. Recent graduates may be considered.

 

Relevant Experience

  • Previous work experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of food safety practices helpful.

Other Information

  • Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in English in a manner to successfully complete job duties.
  • Must be able to use MS Office products.

Job Requisition ID: 23638

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Location(s): GF Plant - Grand Forks 

Country: United States


**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **

Key Skills
Project ManagementData AnalysisCommunicationFood Safety PracticesContinuous ImprovementSafety ComplianceTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingMS Office Proficiency