About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship for Summer 2027 based in Dodge City, Kansas. You will gain professional experience in the food and beverage manufacturing industry by working on real business projects alongside our employees.
What you'll do#
- Identify technological or process problems and gather requirements.
- Evaluate potential solutions and create prototypes.
- Troubleshoot technical challenges with the help of a mentor.
- Partner with security, networking, and infrastructure teams.
- Learn how business operations function from both strategic and tactical perspectives.
What you'll need#
- Completion of your sophomore year of college.
- Enrollment in a degree program for Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Strong technical and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
Location & details#
- Location: Dodge City, Kansas.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This role requires frequent walking, standing, and lifting of moderate weight objects. You will be required to wear personal protective equipment and spend time in manufacturing and warehouse environments that may have varying temperatures.
About Hilmar
Hilmar produces cheese and whey ingredients for customers in over 50 countries. The company operates manufacturing plants in California, Texas, and Kansas. It was founded in 1984 and currently employs over 1,000 people. The organization focuses on product innovation and dairy processing.
How to get in at Hilmar
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