What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agri-Business (Operations) Intern position at Mountaire Jobs?
Primary Purpose
As an Agribusiness Operations Intern at Mountaire Farms, you will gain hands-on experience supporting operational excellence initiatives across multiple grain facility locations. This internship offers exposure to real-world grain handling and facility operations, where you will observe and analyze processes, collaborate with teams, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Through this experience, you’ll develop practical skills in operations analysis, process optimization, and cross-functional communication within a dynamic agribusiness environment.
Project Highlights
- Support Operational Excellence initiatives across multiple grain facility locations.
- Conduct site visits to observe, document, and analyze current operational practices.
- Collaborate with facility managers and operations teams to identify areas for process improvement.
- Assist in developing and implementing standardized procedures to enhance efficiency and safety.
- Collect and interpret data related to facility performance, throughput, and resource utilization.
- Present findings and recommendations to leadership, contributing to long-term operational strategies.
- Gain hands-on experience in grain handling, storage, and logistics within a high-impact agricultural environment.
Qualifications
- Must be currently enrolled and pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university.
- Naturally observant and inquisitive, with a strong ability to comprehend operational processes.
- Analytical mindset with a practical understanding of mechanical systems and equipment.
- Comfortable engaging with a diverse range of individuals, including facility employees, farmers, and truck drivers.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
- Self-motivated and curious, with a willingness to ask questions and seek out improvements.
Internship Program Requirements
- Complete assigned project identified by department mentor.
- Attend weekly seminar series across different Mountaire facilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
- All interns must be available to travel to Delaware during the last week of the program for final presentations (August 3 to 7, 2026).
- All interns are required to complete a 10-minute presentation on their project at the conclusion of summer. Presentations will take place in Millsboro, DE at the Administrative Building during the week of August 3rd-7th.
- Anticipated weekly schedule for this internship is: 8am - 5pm.
- Housing available upon request.
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