Accounting Intern - Summer 2026

Date: Sep 12, 2025

Location:

Salisbury, MD, US, 21804

Req ID: 77378

Job Function: Early Career (Interns & Management Trainees)

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! Our Accounting 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 Accounting, 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 shift, experience and qualifications. Overtime may be available.

What You Will Learn & Main Responsibilities

Supports functionally specific business processes as well as various programs and projects that require sophisticated reporting analytics
Prepare competitive analysis and benchmarking, product portfolio analysis and optimization, business process redesign and have all involved working across functions
Design packages that summarize weekly, monthly/quarter/year-end performance
Analyze financial trends against forecast and budget and explain key variances
Build financial models and conduct analytics from disparate sources
Provide detailed financial reconciliations and track financial performance for key strategic initiatives
Provide an integrated financial perspective on the impact of business decisions and decisions that maximize value for the business

Minimum Education

Must be a rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior currently pursuing a Bachelors degree at an accredited university in a relevant field of study. Finance, Accounting, Data Science or Agricultural Economics majors preferred.
Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA or higher

Experience Requirements

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn new software
Possess strong analytical, communication and time management skills
Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills

Experience Preferred

3.25 GPA or higher is highly preferred
Strongly prefer a rising Junior or Senior who has completed at least 2 college-level finance/accounting courses

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.