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2027 FSQA Summer Intern (Multiple Locations)

CompanyTyson Foods
LocationCouncil Bluffs
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will perform analytical chemistry and quality system procedures to ensure food safety and quality standards. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business operations and monitor facility sanitation processes.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
45552
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Founded in 1935, Tyson Foods, Inc.® has fed families for generations with the best affordable protein products. What began as a small regional poultry business in Springdale, Arkansas, has grown into a globally recognized leader in protein, serving customers and communities around the world. With a team of more than 130,000 members, Tyson Foods advances how food is produced, delivered and enjoyed. Across our operations, we continuously innovate our supply chain, invest in new technology and support responsible practices that help us deliver safe, quality food. Over the years, Tyson Foods has grown to include more than 30 beloved brands, including Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, Hillshire Farm®, Ball Park®, Wright®, State Fair®, aidells® and other trusted names. Through our robust family of brands, we now produce nearly 20% of the chicken, beef and pork in the United States. Our story is rooted in hard work, humility and purpose, and throughout our history, we have stayed true to those values. Today, we stand by our mission of bringing high-quality food to every table in the world safely, sustainably and affordably, now and for future generations. At Tyson Foods, we feed the world like family.®
About the Role

Job Details:

Tyson Foods Inc. is seeking a summer intern to join the Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) team.  

 

Responsibilities will vary from performing one procedure or work instruction to a number of analytical chemistry or quality system procedures or work instructions in a Food Safety System throughout the facility. Precision and accuracy in performance of the work instructions and data collection is essential. Procedures and / or work instructions may involve the Animal Welfare process, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), Food Safety and Quality Assurance visual inspections of product and plant systems, process control monitoring activities pertaining to the facility sanitation contractor, data collection / analysis, etc. Team member will be responsible for working with cross-functional teams for enhanced business support.  

 

Education: 

  • Pursuing degree in Biology, Entomology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Animal Science, Physical Sciences, or a related field. 

 Experience: 

  • Previous laboratory, food safety, quality assurance, food manufacturing, animal science, sanitation, process control, or related experience preferred. Relevant academic laboratory coursework, research, internships, or other hands-on experience involving inspections, procedural compliance, and data collection/analysis will also be considered. 

Technical Skills: 

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent software for documentation, data analysis, and communication. 

Communication Skills: 

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 

Organizational Skills: 

  • Highly detail-oriented and well-organized, with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. 

Work Environment Requirements:

  • Must be willing and able to work with various species of meat, including beef, pork, and poultry.

Personal Attributes: 

  • Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong ability to work independently and manage time efficiently. 

*This internship is a summer role where candidates are expected to work in person full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer.  


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Candidates considering further education after degree completion must highlight this on their resume to ensure full consideration. 
  • Must include resume to be considered. 

 

 




Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.


Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.


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Key Skills
Food safetyQuality assuranceAnalytical chemistryHACCPData collectionData analysisProcess controlMicrobiologyLaboratory proceduresMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunicationDetail-orientedTime managementTeamwork
Categories
Food & BeverageScience & ResearchManufacturing
Benefits
Paid time off401(k) plansHealth insuranceLife insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePrescription drug benefits