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General Mills

$28.85/hr

Internship - Food Safety & Quality Associate General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash its ...

General Mills

$28.85/hr

Internship - Food Safety & Quality Associate General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash its ...

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Food Safety & Quality Intern

Brownsville, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Past interns have completed projects such as environmental swab mapping and sample result comparison programs. In this role, you will support quality documentation, food safety initiatives, audits ...

Pilgrim's

2026 Fall Safety Internship

Russellville, AL · On-site

$22/hr

During this internship, you will use your unique perspective and knowledge to help us find safety ... Start your career today and find out where you fit into the global food supply chain and the ...

Meijer

Food Safety Intern- Summer 2027

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

The internship program includes: * Challenging and impactful projects * Final presentations ... In the Food Safety/Quality department, you will be exposed to several different aspects, such as ...

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Meijer

Food Safety Intern- Summer 2027

Comstock Park, MI · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

The internship program includes: * Challenging and impactful projects * Final presentations ... In the Food Safety/Quality department, you will be exposed to several different aspects, such as ...

New

Meijer

Food Safety Intern- Summer 2027

Walker, MI · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

The internship program includes: * Challenging and impactful projects * Final presentations ... In the Food Safety/Quality department, you will be exposed to several different aspects, such as ...

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HelloFresh

Safety Coordinator

Aurora, CO · On-site

Support other departments including quality, food safety, production and logistics as needed You ... Internship in a distribution center environment and an associates degree in safety, OR 2 years of ...

HelloFresh

Safety Coordinator

Aurora, CO · On-site

Support other departments including quality, food safety, production and logistics as needed You ... Internship in a distribution center environment and an associates degree in safety, OR 2 years of ...

HelloFresh

Safety Coordinator

Aurora, CO

Support other departments including quality, food safety, production and logistics as needed You ... Internship in a distribution center environment and an associates degree in safety, OR 2 years of ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for food safety internship in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food safety internship?

A Food Safety Internship is a temporary, supervised work experience designed for students or recent graduates interested in food safety and quality assurance. Interns typically assist with monitoring food handling processes, conducting safety audits, collecting and analyzing samples, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This role provides hands-on experience in identifying food safety hazards, learning about industry standards, and supporting the implementation of safety protocols. It is a valuable opportunity to gain practical knowledge and prepare for a career in food safety or quality management.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect during a food safety internship?

As a Food Safety Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of hands-on projects such as assisting with food safety audits, analyzing laboratory samples, updating documentation to comply with regulatory standards, and supporting the implementation of safety protocols. You'll often collaborate with quality assurance teams, production staff, and sometimes regulatory agencies to help maintain high safety standards. Interns may also participate in training sessions and shadow experienced professionals to gain practical knowledge. This role offers a valuable opportunity to apply classroom concepts in a real-world environment while building a strong foundation for a career in food safety or quality assurance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food safety intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Safety Intern, you need a foundational knowledge of food science, microbiology, and safety regulations, often supported by enrollment in or completion of a relevant degree program. Familiarity with HACCP principles, food safety auditing tools, and software like Microsoft Excel for data analysis is typically expected. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and teamwork are essential soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring food safety compliance, supporting quality assurance processes, and protecting public health.
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Infographic showing various Food Safety Internship job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,333 per year, or $15.5 per hour.

Internship - Food Safety & Quality Associate

Belvidere, IL • On-site

General Mills
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$28.85/hr

Full-time

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW
We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.
Internship - Food Safety & Quality Associate
General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash its scale and stand for good. General Mills operates in more than 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, including Cheerios, Nature Valley, Blue Buffalo, Häagen-Dazs, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Totino's, Annie's, Wanchai Ferry and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, General Mills generated fiscal 2026 net sales U.S. $18 billion.
WHAT IS THE ROLE OF FOOD SAFETY & QUALITY AT GENERAL MILLS?
Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Associates lead programs and provide technical expertise to ensure the safety, regulatory compliance, and quality of General Mills food.
WHAT WILL I DO?
As a Quality Associate (QA) Intern you will experience a robust 10-week internship leading business critical projects at one of our US manufacturing locations with hopes that you'll roll into our full-time QA program upon graduation. Our QA internship provides front-line, factory-based experiences that provide in-role practices to build expertise in Food Safety and Quality, manufacturing, and people leadership. The QA Intern will be a key team player on their assigned system(s), with no two days the same within the manufacturing facility. The variety of tasks include:
  • Evaluate and implement food safety and quality systems improvements

  • Collect, analyze, and interpret data to make quality driven process capability improvements

  • Assess risk using problem solving techniques

QA Interns will develop a professional network with mentors and other technical experts locally and at the corporate office. They will also engage regularly with other members of the General Mills Supply Chain Development Program in their facility and across the network inclusive of Manufacturing, Logistics and Sourcing focused peers.
Key FSQ Responsibilities
Lead safety and quality strategy and act to address gaps and effectively mitigate risk.
  • Collaborate with internal business partners in Research & Development (R&D), Operations, Engineering and Maintenance to validate manufacturing controls and system capability to meet consumer and specification requirements.

  • Manage issues with non-confirming product including risk assessment, data driven decision making and eliminate future occurrences through root cause analysis.

  • Protect General Mills' brands and engender consumer trust by ensuring the manufacturing of safe, quality food.

  • Gain exposure to building external relationships with regulatory, industry and audit agencies in support of global manufacturing.

  • Learning from and Leading Operators, Technicians and Mechanics to grow your coaching, team building, and people-development skill set.

WHERE WILL I WORK?
You will be placed at one of our manufacturing plant locations nationwide.
IS THIS YOU?
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering (primarily Chemical / Food Process / Biological), or related degree

  • Graduating in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong academic record

  • Demonstrated ability to achieve results and a commitment to developing technical and business skills

  • Learning agility, curiosity & inventiveness are key in Food, Safety & Quality

  • Strong interpersonal & communication skills, passion for food safety and quality, enthusiasm, and the ability to conduct themselves professionally

  • Demonstrated people, technical, and process leadership skills and a willingness to engage in hands-on work on the manufacturing floor

HUNGRY FOR WHAT'S NEXT?
  • Internship is 10-weeks in Summer 2027

  • Relocation assistance (if eligible)

The hourly rate for this position is $28.85/hour. General Mills strives to provide fair and competitive pay that reflects your skills, experience, and academic background. The pay for this role considers many factors, including, but not limited to, your degree program, major, and year in school. Beyond a competitive hourly rate, as a General Mills intern, you'll gain access to a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall development and wellbeing. This includes partially subsidized housing & relocation assistance (if applicable & requirements are met), a summer of learning and fun featuring networking opportunities with company leaders, comprehensive health benefits, wellbeing resources, and other valuable perks. Specific benefits may vary by role, location, and eligibility requirements.
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.
REASONABLE ACCOMODATION REQUEST
If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request.

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General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt. Blue Buffalo became part of General Mills in 2018, so even your pets love us too.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

Year founded

1928

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