Summer Hourly Intern - Engineering

Primary Purpose

This internship will support engineering initiatives focused on infrastructure improvements, equipment modernization, and automation opportunities across manufacturing operations.  Working closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and Production teams, the intern will evaluate current systems, analyze performance data, and contribute to projects that improve efficiency, reliability, safety, and operational performance.  Project assignments may vary based on business needs and the intern's area of study but will provide hands-on experience in engineering problem-solving and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.  

Project Highlights

1. Support engineering projects that drive infrastructure improvements, equipment modernization, and automation across manufacturing operations.
2. Contribute to initiatives that improve departmental productivity, operational efficiency, and process reliability.
3. Work directly with experienced engineers, providing opportunities for mentorship and leadership development within the Engineering team.
4. Gain hands-on exposure to real-world engineering challenges int eh poultry manufacturing industry.
5. Develop practical solutions and recommendations that support continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
6. Completes assigned tasks identified by department mentor.
7. Attends semi-monthly seminar series.
8. Completes and presents summer project presentation.
9. Completes internship evaluations at weeks 5 and 10.
10. Follows all company safety policies, standard operating procedure (SOP) regulations, as well as supports the Goal Zero mission statement.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Agricultural, Civil, Manufacturing, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in manufacturing, automation, and process improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented individual with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Must pass the Mountaire Motor Vehicle Record check.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.

Internship Program Requirements

• Complete assigned project identified by department mentor.
• Attend weekly seminar series across different Mountaire facilities.
• All interns must be available to travel to Delaware during the last week of the program or final presentations (August 2-6, 2027).
• All interns are required to complete a 10-minute presentation on their project at the conclusion of summer.  Presentations will take place in Millsboro, DE at the Administrative Building during the week of August 2-6.
• All interns must complete a mid-way evaluation (week 5) along with a final evaluation (week 10).

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