Research & Development Intern

Posted on 9/2/2025

Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods

No salary listed

Springdale, AR, USA

In Person

Housing will be provided for any chosen candidates that are located outside of a 50-mile radius.

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Job Details:

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

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

An intern in research and development at Tyson Foods will gain experience in product development by working alongside food scientists in the development and optimization of new products and processes. With Tyson’s vast portfolio, including chicken, pork, beef, prepared foods and even tortillas, interns will be exposed to diverse modern processes and technical expertise. Interns will have the opportunity to work on Tyson’s iconic brands including Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Ball Park, State Fair, Hillshire Farms, and many others. Each intern will be tasked with multiple projects that provide an immediate impact on the business through cost-savings, quality improvement, and innovation. At the end of the internship, interns will present the results of their projects and showcase the products they developed throughout the summer. High levels of collaboration are encouraged, and interns will have the opportunity to network with leaders across the company. The length of the summer internship is a jam packed 12 weeks from May to August.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (incoming junior, or senior) or master’s degree program in good standing required. Degree in food or meat science related fields, preferred, but will consider other related majors.
  • Experience: Previous work experience in any field preferred.
  • Computer Skills: Strong computer skills and the ability to multi-task. Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written skills.
  • Supervisory Skills: None

* These openings are in Springdale, AR.  This is a summer internship and will require approximately 40 working hours per week in-person. Housing will be provided for any chosen candidates that are located outside of a 50-mile radius. *  

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

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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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