2023 Research & Development Summer Internship Program

13 Jun 2024

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JBS/Pilgrim’s R&D InternshipJBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package, and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry, and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members.Overview:The JBS R&D Internship Program is a 10-week paid summer internship designed to introduce interns to working in the research and development department within one of our many processing facilities. This program allows collegiate students to gain foundational knowledge of our business in a challenging and collaborative environment.How you will make an impact:The JBS Internship program will give you an opportunity toDeliver project results that impact our bottom-line. Projects will be determined alongside our R&D and plant team and the mentor assigned to the intern.

Apply your course-work knowledge to solve real industry challenges such as yield improvement, ingredient cost reduction/ consolidation and support management with product development and improvement.

Share ideas that help our team think outside the box

Own your experience and work hard

What to expect:10 weeks of challenging, hands-on, real-life work experience

Mentorship and coaching by a cultural ambassador and maintenance expert.

Exposure to a variety of leadership styles

Leadership and personal development training

Learn and experience our company mission and values

Projects driven by business objectives with real measurement for success

A journey inside the world’s largest animal protein company

Regular feedback on your performance and behavior

Exposure to maintenance teams that ensure equipment is well maintained and safe to ensure a safe work environment

Knowledge and insight to our plants machinery, equipment, and systems

Work 40+ hours per week- PAID

The opportunity to apply for and be selected for the JBS Management Trainee Program before the end of your internship program

Qualifications:Enrolled in a University/College.

Alignment with JBS core values and culture

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office proficiency

Professional interview presentation and work style

Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment

Benefits:Exposure to senior leadership

Ability to gain experience in a department before being placed full-time

Networking opportunity across a global company

Opportunity to learn about the agriculture and food industry from the second largest food company in the world

Gain hands-on experience

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation:$21/hour with a housing option.

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. It is a job expectation that all new employees have, at minimum, the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine in advance of their first date of employment. If you need assistance in obtaining a vaccine, the Company can help schedule you with one of its healthcare partners following a conditional job offer, if one is made. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.EOE/Vets/Disability

Full-time
  • ID: #42970640
  • State: Illinois Chicago 60601 Chicago USA
  • City: Chicago
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Showed: 2022-06-13
  • Deadline: 2022-08-13
  • Category: Et cetera