AI Intern

Date: Apr 7, 2026

Location:

Salisbury, MD, US, 21804

Req ID: 79506

Job Function: College Recruitment (Interns/OMTS/LMTS)

Perdue Farms is a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Come join us at Corporate HQ for Summer 2026! The Gen AI–focused intern would be responsible for systematically identifying, prioritizing, and piloting practical Gen AI use cases across FP&A (Foods) and Audit, with an emphasis on improving efficiency in our day‑to‑day work. The intern would map recurring workflows, identify high‑structure/low‑risk opportunities, and prototype safe, governed applications such as (just a few examples) analysis support, summarization, drafting, and pattern extraction using approved tools. The role is intentionally hands‑on and outcome‑oriented, with clear deliverables including a prioritized use‑case backlog, a small number of working pilots, and recommendations on where Gen AI can be scaled responsibly versus where traditional processes should remain in place. Our AI Internship offers students hands-on, real-world experience within the company over an 10 - 12 week period. Come experience an inside look in the world of FP&A, CPG and food production.

What can you expect from a Perdue summer internship?

Competitive Pay
Exciting Social, Philanthropic, and Networking Events with other Perdue Interns
Hands-On, Real World Work Experience and a Dedicated Summer Mentor
Learning Workshops
Travel to Perdue Locations Such as our Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University and Live Production Farms
Interaction with Senior Leadership
Housing Stipend

This position has a target wage of $21.90 - $28.13 per hour, based on graduation year. Overtime may be available.

What You Will Learn & Main Responsibilities

Map day‑to‑day workflows: Recurring analysis, reporting, narrative writing, data gathering, reconciliations, evidence collection and translate them into a use‑case backlog with clear owners, inputs/outputs, and expected time savings.
- Prioritize: use cases using a simple 2×2 framework.
- Governance: for each use case: classify each opportunity and recommend the appropriate governance level.
- Measurement & rollout recommendations: for each pilot, define success metrics, capture learnings, and recommend what to scale .
Prototype: using approved tools and produce reusable prompt templates for common FP&A and Audit deliverables.
Use‑case exploration: Identify where Gen AI can safely accelerate work such as summarizing large process narratives, extracting key themes and issues from unstructured documentation, and draft standardized write-ups, then define guardrails and review steps for Audit leadership.

Minimum Education

This position is open to rising Juniors or Seniors pursuing a Bachelors degree.
Must be enrolled in an accredited university in a relevant field of study. Finance, Accounting, Data Science or Economics Majors preferred.
Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Education Preferred

3.25 GPA or higher is highly preferred
Completed at least 2 college-level finance classes
Student extra-curricular experiences

Experience Requirements

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and able to learn new software
Possess strong Analytical, Communication (written and verbal) and Time Management skills
Must be able to work independently or in teams

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.