What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Intern position at Agropur?
Job Type:
Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)Invest in you, join Agropur as a Quality Assurance Intern for Summer 2026 at our Le Sueur, MN location.
How Agropur invests in YOU:
Competitive hourly wage
Relocation assistance and housing stipend (if applicable)
Apply your education in a world-class dairy manufacturing operation
Meet Agropur leaders and expand your professional network
Prepare to launch a successful career
Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world
What this role is about:
Uphold Agropur’s Food Safety, Quality and Employee Safety requirements at all times.
Learn and assist with conducting laboratory equipment validation or method/GLP development.
Assist with executing validation report or method protocole.
Learn to anticipate, trouble shoot, and resolve problems with good laboratory practice.
Collect samples for equipment, environmental and in-process monitoring.
Review documentation as it relates to food safety requirements and laboratory GLP.
Take direction on assignments and then work autonomously or with appropriate team(s) to accomplish assignment objectives.
Acquire current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments and applicable laws related to Quality Assurance in a dairy manufacturing environment.
Thoroughly learn about the Agropur business model and how to run an efficient Quality department.
Present a summary of projects and lessons learned at end of internship, if applicable.
What you need to join our team:
Currently enrolled in an Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s program in a Dairy Science, Food Science, Chemistry - or Agricultural Science-related program as a candidate for graduation.
Strong Communication : Able to communicate clearly and professionally with all levels, both internally and externally.
Customer Focus & Initiative : Dedicated to meeting expectations, acting with customers in mind, and driving results with minimal supervision.
Collaboration & Adaptability: Works effectively in team environments, adapts quickly to change, and maintains constructive relationships.
Organizational & Technical Skills : Demonstrates strong time management, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant tools.
Problem Solving & Accountability: Applies logic to solve challenges, scopes tasks accurately, and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes.
We dairy you! Apply today!
AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.