Butterball, LLC, one of America’s most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices.\nWe are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our company’s measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success

Ready to shape the future of food?

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Join Butterball, America’s favorite turkey brand, for an exciting summer internship! Butterball, LLC, is one of America’s most iconic brands and the most loved and trusted brand of turkey in the United States. Known for helping consumers celebrate Thanksgiving, Butterball also brings delicious turkey products to tables around the world every day. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our business model gives us the opportunity to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include live operations, processing facilities, corporate functions and support offices. At Butterball, we aim to provide great-tasting foods that bring people together and inspire meaningful moments with the people who matter most.

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Over the course of 10-12 weeks, as a Supply Chain Intern, you'll work in the processing plant in Mount Olive, NC. Our supply chain operations team is at the heart of our business, orchestrating a dynamic range of tasks that ensure our products reach customers seamlessly. We manage everything from the intricate logistics of shipping and distribution to meticulous planning and coordination. In this role, you'll collaborate with diverse teams, diving into projects that align with your unique skills and passions. Each day presents an exciting challenge as you contribute to optimizing our supply chain and driving our success. You will work with a variety of teams to support  a particular project that best suits your skills and interests. 

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The program’s primary objective is to grow future leaders by providing professional development and a series of assignments that aligns with professional interest within the processing and manufacturing industry. 

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What you’ll do:

\n\nDevelop, refine and execute scheduling models to create a flow of product that consistently meets demand.\nCollaborate with our sales and marketing partners to create and refine item/ship-to level forecasts using JDA software from Blue Yonder.\nAssist with design, documentation, implementation, enhancements, support and training of the CAT2 system at one or many production sites. \n\n

What you’ll get:

\n\nAbility to work collaboratively within high-performing cross functional teams.\nAbility to influence decision making with multiple stakeholders across diverse teams.\nProficiency using PC-based applications (such as Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and/or Access)\n\n

We're looking for awesome students like you! 
Do you have a knack for problem-solving and a passion for food? We're looking for creative minds who can help us make our food production process even better. You'll need to be a team player, ready to roll up your sleeves and get things done. Think you have what it takes to make a delicious difference? 

\n\nPursuing a Bachelor or Masters degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or another related field with an expected graduation between December 2025 through June 2026.\nAll participants in this program are required to have a valid drivers’ license and reliable transportation to and from work.\nProficiency using PC-based applications (such as Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and/or Access)\nPossess analytical, programming and tool building skills using full Microsoft suite applications (Excel, Power Query, and Macros)\nBasic understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles\nExcellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks.\nKnowledgeable in inventory, production, transportation or material planning.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including facilitation skills.\nAbility and willingness to travel to other locations. \n\n

 

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Are you up for the challenge? Apply Now!

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. \nButterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.\n\nThis position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.\t