Sales Planning Intern - Summer 2026

Perdue Summer Internship

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 Sales Planning Team is offering students hands-on, real-world experience within the company over a 10-12 week period. Come experience an inside look in the world of Customer Marketing, Business Planning, consumer packaged goods 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, and 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

Working with a summer mentor learning different aspects of how commercial strategy and business planning works while getting hands-on, real-world work experience. Business areas include but are not limited to : sales planning, revenue growth management, category management, sales, product marketing and finance. Complete a project that will utilize the skills learned during the internship. Provide weekly project updates to manager. Present final project at the end of internship. Understand business planning functions (i.e. customer planning, assortment, pricing strategies, promotional activities, etc.). Understand the sales process and the relationship between retailers and CPG manufacturers. Gain basic understanding of shipment and consumption data, using Circana and Power BI tools. Understanding of customer profitability analysis and program financials.

Minimum Education

This position is open to graduate and undergraduate students. Must be enrolled in an accredited university in a relevant field of study. Sales, marketing, business degree or related 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 tools and software. Have strong communication skills, including written and verbal. Must be able to work independently or in teams.

Experience Preferred

3.25 GPA or higher is highly preferred. Completed at least 2 college-level sales and marketing classes. Student extra-curricular experiences.

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.