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Seaboard Foods

Animal Caretaker Summer Worker

Rolla, KS · On-site

Summer availability * Opportunity to keep working after summer is over. WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform ...

WOODSIDE KC

Summer Server

Westwood, KS · On-site

The Summer Server is responsible for providing excellent customer service to our members and guests ... Working in around lots of people where noise levels can be excessive * Flexible and changing ...

WOODSIDE KC

Summer Server

Westwood, KS · On-site

The Summer Server is responsible for providing excellent customer service to our members and guests ... Working in around lots of people where noise levels can be excessive * Flexible and changing ...

Evonik

Summer Internship

Wichita, KS

$21 - $27/hr

Over the summer, interns will apply skills they've acquired through education to their technical project while also gaining experience working on a cross-functional team for a regional group project.

University of Pennsylvania

$7.25 - $15/hr

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is ... Posted Job Title Summer Tennis Instructor Job Profile Title Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Summary ...

Mad Science

Mad Science Camp Counselor

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Summer camps will meet Monday - Friday all summer long at multiple locations. Counselors must have experience working with groups of elementary age children. • have dependable vehicle to get to ...

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How much do summer worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer worker in Kansas is $11.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $8.07 and $14.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer worker?

Summer workers are individuals, often students, who take on temporary employment during the summer months. These jobs can range from internships and office work to roles in retail, hospitality, landscaping, or camps. The positions typically last for the duration of the summer break and provide valuable work experience, skill development, and a source of income. Summer work can help participants explore career interests and build their resumes for future opportunities.

What types of tasks can I expect to handle as a summer worker, and how do these contribute to the overall team goals?

As a Summer Worker, your daily responsibilities may vary depending on the industry and employer, but typically include assisting with administrative duties, supporting ongoing projects, and performing basic maintenance or customer service tasks. These roles are designed to provide hands-on experience while helping the team manage increased workloads during the busy summer period. By taking on these tasks, you help ensure that regular staff can focus on more specialized or critical assignments, making you an essential part of the team's success. Additionally, it's common to collaborate with various departments, which offers valuable exposure to different aspects of the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Worker, you typically need reliability, a strong work ethic, and basic organizational or customer service abilities, though formal qualifications may vary depending on the employer. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, basic office software, or safety procedures can be advantageous based on the specific job duties. Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork are standout soft skills for handling varied tasks and interacting with colleagues or customers. These skills ensure Summer Workers efficiently support operations, adapt to different roles, and contribute positively to the workplace during busy seasonal periods.

What is the difference between Summer Worker vs Intern?

AspectSummer WorkerIntern
CredentialsUsually no formal requirements, high school or college studentsOften requires enrollment in a related academic program
Work EnvironmentTemporary, seasonal roles often in outdoor or manual settingsStructured, educational, and training-focused environments
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in retail, hospitality, agriculture, and manual labor sectorsCommon in corporate, non-profit, and professional sectors

Summer Workers typically perform seasonal, manual, or entry-level tasks without formal credentials, often in outdoor or manual work environments. Interns usually participate in structured programs aimed at gaining industry-specific experience, often requiring enrollment in an academic program. While both roles are temporary and seasonal, Summer Workers focus on practical labor, whereas Interns focus on learning and professional development.

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Infographic showing various Summer Worker job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 36% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $24,691 per year, or $11.9 per hour.

Animal Caretaker Summer Worker

Seaboard Foods

Rolla, KS

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Seaboard Foods rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 442 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting summer opportunity at our pig farms. Animal caretakers are responsible for attending to and caring for pigs in our swine production facilities. On-the-job training is provided; related experience is not necessary.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Kansas City’s Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Monitoring feed quality and water supply
  • Monitoring barn environment and ventilation systems
  • Treating and vaccinating sick animals as necessary
  • Breeding sows (if placed on sow farm)
  • Processing piglets (if placed on sow farm)
  • Loading and unloading pigs as scheduled
  • Maintaining farm cleanliness

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • No education or experience required.
  • Basic math skills
  • Flexible and able to work on assigned weekends (Saturday/Sunday)
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish helpful, but not required
  • Must be able to work in a farm environment

SCHEDULE

  • Summer availability
  • Opportunity to keep working after summer is over.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility.
  • The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • The noise level in the work environment is dependent on which environment you are in
  • The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site:

https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.

Company Description

Excellence Every Step of the Way:

Since starting in the early 1990s, we’ve been building a uniquely connected food system linking each step of the process from before the farm to beyond the fork. This connection allows us to continually learn, innovate and improve how we produce pork. In short: Our goal is to provide wholesome pork people come to expect.

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