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Butterball

2026 Summer Live Operations Intern

Ozark, AR

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Over the course of 10-12 weeks, a Live Operations Intern, you'll work in one of the Midwest Live Ops facilities located in Ozark, AR, Carthage, MO, or Harrison, AR. The Operations team works ...

AEG

Manager, Studio & Live Operations

Florham Park, NJ · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

The Manager, Studio & Live Operations will play a critical role in leading and managing the technical execution of studio-based and remote productions that bring the New York Jets brand to life ...

DoorDash

Team Lead, Global Live Operations

Tempe, AZ · On-site

The Global Live Operations team serves as the execution arm of the Live Operations Strategy & Operations (S&O) team, supporting real-time decision-making and operational continuity across the ...

Scopely

Scopely is looking for a Senior Producer, Live Operations to join our Marvel Strike Force team remotely in the United States or Canada on a remote basis. At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do ...

TikTok

Marketing Intern (TikTok LIVE)

Los Angeles, CA

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

The LIVE Operations team is obsessed with everything to do with TikTok LIVE. From content strategy, monetization, gifting, LIVE features, data analysis, creating campaigns and ensuring a fun and safe ...

Pilgrim's

Live Planner

Nacogdoches, TX

$96.49K/yr

Support Live Operations, utilizing data to identify process improvements. Maintain monthly data analysis, reporting, presentations for Executive Level review. This position will also support the ...

Pilgrim's

Live Planner

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

$96.49K/yr

Support Live Operations, utilizing data to identify process improvements. Maintain monthly data analysis, reporting, presentations for Executive Level review. This position will also support the ...

Pilgrim's

Live Planner

Nacogdoches, TX

$96.49K/yr

Support Live Operations, utilizing data to identify process improvements. Maintain monthly data analysis, reporting, presentations for Executive Level review. This position will also support the ...

Pilgrim's

Live Planner

Mount Pleasant, TX

$96.49K/yr

Support Live Operations, utilizing data to identify process improvements. Maintain monthly data analysis, reporting, presentations for Executive Level review. This position will also support the ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for live operations in the United States is $19.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Live Operations professional, you need strong problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, and a solid understanding of online systems, often supported by experience in game operations or real-time service management. Familiarity with monitoring tools, incident management platforms, and sometimes scripting languages or SQL is typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are vital soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining service stability, quickly resolving incidents, and ensuring a seamless user experience in live environments.

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Live Operations professionals often encounter challenges such as managing unexpected technical issues, coordinating real-time responses, and balancing player satisfaction with business goals. These roles require quick problem-solving, effective communication with cross-functional teams (like customer support, engineering, and product management), and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Staying proactive with monitoring tools, maintaining clear escalation protocols, and regularly updating documentation can help address these challenges and ensure smooth live service experiences.

What are Live Operations?

Live Operations, often called 'Live Ops', refer to the ongoing management, support, and enhancement of a live digital product or service, such as a video game or mobile app, after its initial launch. Live Ops teams are responsible for delivering updates, handling in-game events, resolving technical issues, and engaging with users to keep the experience fresh and enjoyable. Their work helps maximize user retention and revenue by responding to real-time data and player feedback.
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2026 Summer Live Operations Intern

2026 Summer Live Operations Intern

Butterball

Goldsboro, NC

$12 - $15.75/hr

Internship

Posted 28 days ago

Butterball rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

218th of 378 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Join Butterball, America’s favorite turkey brand, for an exciting summer internship! Butterball, LLC, is one of America’s most iconic brands and the most loved and trusted brand of turkey in the United States. Known for helping consumers celebrate Thanksgiving, Butterball also brings delicious turkey products to tables around the world every day. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our business model gives us the opportunity to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include live operations, processing facilities, corporate functions and support offices. At Butterball, we aim to provide great-tasting foods that bring people together and inspire meaningful moments with the people who matter most.

Over the course of 10-12 weeks, as a Live Operations Intern, you'll work in our Goldsboro Live Ops facility located in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The Live Ops team works alongside all the Farmers & Growers, Feed Mills, Processing Plants located in the North Carolina region. The team also oversees the health and well-being of the turkeys and raised with the utmost care. The Live Operations Intern will work very closely with the team to learn various aspects of Butterball Live Operations.  

The program’s primary objective is to grow future leaders by providing professional development and a series of assignments that align with professional interest within the processing and manufacturing industry. 

What you’ll do:

  • Farm visits in both North BBN and South BBS divisions with and without birds (empty farms waiting for birds).
  • Working with birds of different ages and sizes: brooders of 1-5 weeks old and/or grow out of 5-18 weeks.
  • Working closely with flocks, supervisors and farmers.
  • Lab work with processing of samples.
  • Develop and conduct live operations research.
  • Work with live animals in a farm environment.
     

What you’ll get:

  • Introduction to the whole process: breeders, feed mill, processing plant and live ops in general (farms).
  • Hands-on experience and professional development.
  • Opportunities to network and learn from industry experts.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
     

We're looking for awesome students like you! 
Do you have a knack for problem-solving and a passion for food? We're looking for creative minds who can help us make our food production process even better. You'll need to be a team player, ready to roll up your sleeves and get things done. Think you have what it takes to make a delicious difference? 

  • Pursuing a Bachelors in Animal Sciences, Poultry Science, or related field with an expected graduation date of December 2026 through June 2027.
  • You are required to have a valid drivers’ license and reliable transportation to and from work.
  • Ability and interest in both indoor facilities and outdoors with either hot or cold temperatures.
  • Work Monday through Friday.
  • Working knowledge of animal care and well-being practices.
  • Ability to follow animal care well-being and bio-security policies and procedures. 

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.

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Butterball, LLC, one of America's most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices. We are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our company's measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success

Industry

Food and beverage wholesalers

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Garner, NC, US

Year founded

1954

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