Quality Assurance Internship Opportunity

1 week ago


Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, United States Hormel Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Intern to join our team at Hormel Foods. As a Quality Assurance Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the successful manufacturing of food products and support the implementation of food safety and quality processes and procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the implementation of food safety and quality processes and procedures
  • Gain exposure to the job responsibilities of a full-time Quality and Process Control Supervisor
  • Consult with management regarding food safety or quality issues
  • Provide leadership on food safety and quality in our facilities
  • Implement our HACCP program (food safety) and oversee sanitation procedures
  • Collect and analyze data for new or modified product lines
  • Train and manage quality auditors
  • Work with the USDA
  • Design and evaluate quality specifications and auditing programs
  • Conduct quality system testing and evaluations using statistical analysis
  • Assist with computer inventory, lab management and data collection
  • Evaluate processes by utilizing food safety and/or sanitation principles
Requirements
  • Must graduate in August 2025, December 2025, or May 2026 and major in Food Science, Animal Science, Agricultural Business, Management, or related field with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership, persuasive, initiative, analytical, and communication skills are necessary for success in this position
  • Possess a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
  • Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa
  • Must be comfortable with the preparation and consumption of various Hormel Foods products which may include but are not limited to pork, beef, chicken, and nuts
  • This position will require access to and/or the utilization of a personal motor vehicle to get to and from the workplace
Location and Hours
  • Position is based out of one of our production facilities or Corporate Office headquarters
  • Corporate Office positions require business-related travel
  • Location is based on business needs at the time an offer is made
  • Position is approximately 40 hours per week
Compensation and Benefits
  • Competitive wage
  • The base pay range is $20 to $22 per hour
  • Paid housing allowance
  • Reimbursement of all expenses incurred on the job
  • Company 401k match
  • Earn Paid Time off
About Hormel Foods

Hormel Foods Corporation is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Our brands include Planters, Skippy, SPAM, Hormel Natural Choice, Applegate, Justin's, Wholly, Hormel Black Label, Columbus, and Jennie-O, among others. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.



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