Industrial Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 - Campus Recruiting (Multiple Locations)

Hormel Foods • Rochelle, IL • 17h ago

About Hormel Foods

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS ® , SKIPPY ® , SPAM ® , HORMEL ® NATURAL CHOICE ® , APPLEGATE ® , WHOLLY ® , HORMEL ® BLACK LABEL ® , COLUMBUS ® , JENNIE-O ® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The Company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report and one of America's most responsible companies by Newsweek, was recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World's Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com .

Industrial Engineer Intern & COOP

Job Purpose

To gain real world experience by performing the duties of their full-time engineering counterparts, managing projects independently, offering sound technical and engineering advice for facilities performance

Responsibilities

Will work in various departments and throughout the plant to:

Identify opportunities for improvements by performing ergonomic job surveys, analyzing operations, reviewing job loads, and making recommendations

Identify improvements to work methods by reviewing the methods and analyzing potential method/design changes

Analyze operations and create AutoCAD layouts

Evaluate downtimes and methods to increase efficiency

Evaluate, recommend and install new equipment and layouts

Required Qualifications

Must graduate in August 2027, December 2027, or May 2028 and major in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology or a related field with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred

Demonstrated leadership, persuasive, initiative, analytical, and communication skills are necessary for success in this position

Possess a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit

This position will require access to and/or the utilization of a personal motor vehicle to get to and from the workplace

Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)

Must be open to relocation

Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas.

About Our Internship Program

The Hormel Foods internship program is designed with your growth in mind. As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects that support real business initiatives while developing the skills and confidence needed to launch your career.

In addition to day-to-day responsibilities, you'll have opportunities to connect with fellow interns, build your professional network, participate in development and learning sessions, and interact with leaders across the organization. You'll leave the summer with valuable experience, lasting connections, and a deeper understanding of what it's like to work for a Fortune 500 company.

We're proud to be recognized among the nation's Top 150 Internship Programs by Vault.

Duration

Our summer internship program runs 10-12 weeks and starts in late May and ends in early August.

Co-ops may be available depending on our business needs. The co-op program duration is typically 6-8 months and can run from early January through early August OR late May through early December.

Hours

This is a temporary, full-time, hourly position. Interns can expect to work approximately 40 hours per week and may be eligible for overtime based on business needs.

Location(s)

Location is based out of our Flagship Plant in Austin, MN,

or in one of our other production facilities including;

Faribault, MN

Osceola, IA

Rochelle IL

Dubuque IA

McCook IL

Barron WI

Suffolk VA.

Hormel Foods does not currently offer remote internship opportunities.

Compensation/Benefits

Competitive hourly pay of $27.50 paid on a weekly basis

Housing assistance through either a housing stipend or company-provided housing, depending on location

Reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses

Reimbursement for approved business-related expenses

Opportunity to participate in a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO) accrual

Hands-on experience with a Fortune 500 company

Professional development opportunities and networking experiences

Potential consideration for future internships, co-ops, or full-time employment opportunities

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/inclusion-and-belonging/

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability

Requisition ID : 35728

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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