What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Summer College Intership Program position at Prestage?
Prestage Farms is a multi-generational family-owned and operated turkey and pork producer and processor. Although agriculture has changed a lot since 1983 when Prestage Farms was founded by Bill & Marsha Prestage, we still operate our business based on the family values instilled over 40 years ago. Today, we produce and process turkey and pork with a dedicated team of employees and growers across the South, the Southeast, and the Midwest. While Prestage Farms has grown and continues to change—always implementing new innovations in animal care, sustainability, and business operations—our commitment to responsibly producing top-quality turkey and pork endures.
Program Overview
The Prestage Farms Mississippi 2025 College Internship Program is designed to provide students with a hands-on learning experience in the agriculture industry, specifically in pork production sector. Throughout this internship, participants will gain valuable insights into various aspects of our business and play a key role in the operations of our farms and production facilities.
This internship program offers you the opportunity to:
- Work closely with experienced professionals in agriculture and learn about real-world applications in the industry.
- Assist with daily operations and special projects that will enhance your understanding of sustainable farming practices.
- Participate in training sessions, workshops, and networking events that will bolster your knowledge and career development.
- Contribute to team goals while gaining valuable experience working within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Interns will be assigned to different departments, where they will have the chance to work on various projects and tasks depending on their area of interest and expertise.
- Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program (e.g., Agricultural Sciences, Animal Science, Business, or related fields).
- Strong desire to learn and develop a career in the agriculture industry.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment and take initiative on projects.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software.
- Paid Internship
- Housing allowance available if needed
