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How much do quality control internship jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for quality control internship in Minnesota is $86,131.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,100.00 and $107,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a quality control internship?

As a Quality Control Intern, you'll typically assist with inspecting products or materials, conducting laboratory tests, and documenting results to ensure they meet company and regulatory standards. You may help analyze data, support root cause investigations for any defects, and collaborate with production, engineering, or R&D teams to improve processes. Interns often gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and software, and are encouraged to participate in team meetings to understand broader quality initiatives within the organization.

What is the difference between Quality Control Internship vs Quality Assurance Internship?

AspectQuality Control InternshipQuality Assurance Internship
FocusProduct inspection and defect detectionProcess improvement and compliance
CertificationsTypically none required, some may prefer basic quality or industry-specific certificationsSimilar, often no formal certifications required but knowledge of standards helps
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, labs, production linesOffice settings, compliance departments, manufacturing oversight
Industry UsageManufacturing, food, pharmaceuticals, electronicsManufacturing, software, healthcare, engineering

While both internships focus on quality processes, a Quality Control Internship emphasizes inspecting products for defects, whereas a Quality Assurance Internship concentrates on developing and maintaining quality systems and standards. Understanding these differences helps candidates choose the right internship aligned with their career goals in quality management.

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

To thrive as a Quality Control Intern, you generally need a background in science or engineering, attention to detail, and familiarity with quality assurance principles, often gained through relevant coursework or a related degree program. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data analysis software, and quality management systems like ISO standards is typically expected. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and a willingness to learn make an intern stand out. These competencies are crucial for ensuring product consistency, identifying defects, and supporting continuous improvement within the organization.

What is a quality control internship?

A Quality Control Internship is a temporary, entry-level position where students or recent graduates gain hands-on experience in monitoring and ensuring the quality of products or services within a company. Interns typically work under the supervision of quality control professionals, learning to perform inspections, run tests, and document findings. The internship provides valuable exposure to industry standards, quality assurance processes, and regulatory requirements, helping interns develop practical skills for a career in quality management.
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Infographic showing various Quality Control Internship job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,131 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Assistant Quality Assurance Manager - PV

Lakeside Foods, Inc.

Plainview, MN • On-site

$71K - $88K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Lakeside Foods rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 436 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people's lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together - valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there's a seat at the table for you.
Become One Of Our Valued Team Members:
Our Assistant Quality Assurance Manager offers a team-oriented individual the opportunity to be responsible for assisting the Quality Assurance Manager in the management of the quality control functions and quality control personnel at the Plainview facility. Also responsible to carry out the policies of Lakeside Foods to produce a high quality product consistent with customer specifications and government regulations.
What You'll Get:
At Lakeside Foods, we believe in taking care of our people. That's why, as part of the Lakeside family, you'll have a package of affordable benefit choices and resources to choose from that covers your health, well-being, family and future.
Pay Range: $71000.00 - $88700.00 DOE
Comprehensive Benefits:
  • A choice of three quality affordable healthcare coverage options
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Health savings account with employer contribution/flexible spending accounts
  • Retirement planning including Profit Sharing and 401(k) match
  • Company-provided life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, personal days and holidays

Work-Life Integration:
  • Educational & professional development assistance
  • Wellness programs and fitness reimbursement
  • Dependent scholarship program
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Internships/apprenticeships

What You'll Do:
  • Assist the QA manager in ensuring all Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations as well as Lakeside Foods Policy and Procedures related to food safety and quality are followed at all times.
  • Assist the QA manager in overseeing the proper implementation of requirements for thermal processing of low acid canned foods according to 21 CFR 113 including proper equipment, proper calibration for CCP monitoring equipment, proper application of the filed scheduled process, etc.
  • Assist the QA manager in verification activities related to sanitation, including microbiological, pathogen monitoring and visual inspections.
  • Assist in FDA, USDA, State, Third Party, internal, and customer audits and inspections.

What You'll Bring:
  • A Food Science degree or Technical courses in Chemistry, Bacteriology or a related field, with one or more years of practical experience or a combination of both. A knowledge of vegetable canning/ freezing is preferred.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and the general public.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Where You'll Work:
WELCOME TO PLAINVIEW
Located 30 miles from Rochester, 35 miles from Winona and 33 miles from Red Wing, Plainview residents have the best of both worlds-"big city" jobs, amenities in nearby cities... and the comfort and security of "small town living". If you love the outdoors, you'll love Plainview! Area attractions include Lark Toys in Kellogg, The National Eagle Center in Wabasha, Carley State Park and Whitewater State Park, the Weaver Dunes and numerous DNR areas in the Whitewater, Zumbro and Mississippi River Valleys. Most are within fifteen minutes to a half-hour from Plainview and offer year-round activities and interpretive centers.
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Lakeside Foods and our family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.
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