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Simmons Foods

Intern Summer (Engineering)

Gentry, AR · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

As part of Simmons Foods, interns have the opportunity to work on real-world projects that can have ... At the end of the summer, you'll present your project work to the team, senior leaders and others ...

Quadrature Capital

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New York, NY · On-site

We offer London and New York based, competitively paid summer internships to University students ... Please note that programming experience is a must if you are applying to our Quant Developer ...

H&H

Highway Designer

Mount Laurel, NJ · On-site

We are offering exciting opportunities for Highway Designers and Summer Engineering Interns in the Transportation Department of our Mount Laurel, NJ, office. H&H is a nationally recognized, full ...

Freese Nichols

Summer 2027 Internships

Fort Worth, TX · Hybrid

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

Work alongside experienced engineers on projects that strengthen communities, improve ... Throughout the summer, you'll connect with fellow interns, emerging professionals, and leaders ...

Freese and Nichols

Summer 2027 Internships

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

Work alongside experienced engineers on projects that strengthen communities, improve ... Throughout the summer, you'll connect with fellow interns, emerging professionals, and leaders ...

H&H

Highway Designer

Mount Laurel, NJ · On-site

We are offering exciting opportunities for Highway Designers and Summer Engineering Interns in the Transportation Department of our Mount Laurel, NJ, office. H&H is a nationally recognized, full ...

H&H

Highway Designer

Mount Laurel, NJ · On-site

We are offering exciting opportunities for Highway Designers and Summer Engineering Interns in the Transportation Department of our Mount Laurel, NJ, office. H&H is a nationally recognized, full ...

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Summer engineering internships are short-term, practical work experiences offered to students or recent graduates in various engineering fields during the summer months. These internships provide hands-on exposure to real-world engineering projects, allowing interns to apply classroom knowledge in a professional environment. Interns often work alongside experienced engineers, participate in team meetings, and contribute to ongoing projects. The experience gained during a summer internship can enhance a student's resume, build professional networks, and sometimes lead to full-time job opportunities after graduation.

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To thrive as a Summer Engineering Intern, you generally need a solid understanding of engineering fundamentals, strong analytical skills, and enrollment in an accredited engineering program. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, MATLAB, or SolidWorks, as well as basic lab or prototyping equipment, is often expected. Effective communication, teamwork, and a willingness to learn set standout interns apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for contributing to projects, adapting to real-world engineering challenges, and maximizing the internship learning experience.

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Summer Engineering Interns are often assigned to support ongoing projects or contribute to short-term initiatives across various engineering disciplines. You may work on tasks such as data analysis, prototyping, testing, or assisting with design improvements under the guidance of experienced engineers. While the level of responsibility varies by company, interns are generally encouraged to take ownership of specific tasks and may even present their findings to the team. This hands-on experience is designed to build both technical and professional skills while providing valuable exposure to real-world engineering problems.
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Intern Summer (Engineering)

Simmons Foods

Gentry, AR • On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Simmons Foods rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

152nd of 434 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

As part of Simmons Foods, interns have the opportunity to work on real-world projects that can have a lasting impact on the organization. Participation in the program encourages cross-functional relationships with other departments and personal growth.
1. Project work: The project is a solution seeking, challenging, real day problem that not only fits the needs of your department/facility but also allows the intern to use his/her skills relating to their major of study. At the end of the summer, you'll present your project work to the team, senior leaders and others.
2. Day to Day work: This should be general work that is important and requires some skill. The purpose of background work is to help understand the fundamentals of the process.
The balance of the primary project, and/or day-to-day work will enable the you to be productive and have a well-rounded learning experience.
Create a continuous improvement culture. Develops a continuous improvement culture in order to improve processes and is continuously finding ways to drive out waste. Accomplishes quality performance which meets or exceeds all line, department, facility, company, and USDA/FDA guidelines or grading process for a total quality program and customer relations.
Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.
Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g., quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Supervisor Trainee and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.
Physical Activities: Must be able to work on feet for multiple hours, work in various temperatures, and the ability to lift a minimum of 10 pounds.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): As required by visiting facility.
Travel: Depending on assignment
Technical Experience: Knowledge of business and management principles. Willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Ability to use computers and computer programs. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Industry Experience: Preferred experience in manufacturing or poultry.
Minimum Education: In process of completing a degree program for a Bachelor's, Master's, and/or Doctorate Degree in related field of position requirement.
We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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Simmons Foods, headquartered in Siloam Springs, AR, US, is an established player in the global food processing industry. The company was founded in 1949 by Bill Simmons, and over the decades, it has grown to become a world leader in poultry, pet, and animal nutrition industries. Through its official website (simmonsfoods.com), the company has consistently communicated its commitment to quality, reliable partnerships, and innovative solutions. It specializes in the production and distribution of chicken, pet foods, and specialty pet snacks. Their mission is to be at the forefront of innovation in food products and to provide quality and value to customers and consumers.

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Siloam Springs, AR, US

Year founded

1949

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