Mars Internship 2027 in USA | Food Quality and Safety Internship | Biology Candidates, Apply Online

Apply your science background to practical food manufacturing challenges. This Mars Internship offers students a 10-week summer experience in Quality, Food, and Safety (QFS), with exposure to data management, cross-functional teamwork and projects aimed at improving plant efficiency and reducing waste.

  • Position: Summer 2027 Mars Food Quality, Food, and Safety Internship

  • Location: Greenville, Mississippi, United States

  • Category: Students & Graduates

  • Job ID: R166740

About The Company

Mars, Incorporated is a global, family-owned business with more than a century of history. Its Snacking, Food and Petcare portfolio includes brands such as M&M’S, SNICKERS, BEN’S ORIGINAL, ROYAL CANIN, PEDIGREE and WHISKAS.

The company has more than 140,000 Associates and a stated business size of $65 billion. Its veterinary care network includes AniCura, Banfield, BluePearl, Linnaeus and VCA.

Mars Internship: QFS Experience

The Mars Internship introduces students to real business problems and opportunities within food manufacturing. Interns work with colleagues across functions, using data and problem-solving approaches to support operational improvements.

Areas of exposure include:

  • Microsoft Excel and Power BI.

  • Data management and problem-solving.

  • Planning workflow or material flow to maximise efficiency.

  • Initiating line improvements and waste reduction activities.

  • Projects to increase plant efficiency.

  • Optimising performance and driving value leadership.

Education and Skills

Mars is looking for students majoring in:

Candidates should be able to use Microsoft Word and PowerPoint to communicate effectively. The experience also involves working with cross-functional teams and applying analytical thinking to practical challenges.

Work Authorisation and Screening

Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Employment is contingent on:

  • Drug screening.

  • Background screening.

Candidates are responsible for their own transportation to the Greenville, Mississippi worksite.

Training and Mentorship

The 10-week programme offers:

  • Work on real business challenges.

  • Professional and social engagement activities.

  • Networking with peers and colleagues up to senior leadership.

  • Training from Day 1.

  • A formal mentor.

  • Access to Mars University.

  • Ongoing coaching and mentorship.

  • Programme Duration: 10 weeks

  • Programme Period: Summer 2027

  • Visa Sponsorship: Not available now or in the future

For students interested in food quality and manufacturing operations, this Mars Internship offers an opportunity to connect scientific knowledge with data-driven improvements while learning from experienced colleagues and mentors.

APPLY ONLINE HERE