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Food Safety & QA Internship - Fall 2026
Grimmway Produce Group —Arvin, CA
- $17.75 - $22.00 an hour
- Online Application
- Microsoft Outlook
- Continuous improvement
- US work authorization
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Bronco Wine Co —Ceres, CA
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Overtime
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26-27 Instructional Student Assistant (ISA) - Food Science and Nutrition
California State University —Fresno, CA
- Part-time
- University
- Computer skills
- Entry level
- COVID-19 protective measures
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- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- English
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Food Safety & QA Internship - Fall 2026

Grimmway Produce Group -
Arvin, CA

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Job Details

Internship
$17.75 - $22.00 an hour
10 days ago

Qualifications

Computer operation
Microsoft Outlook
Spreadsheets

Full Job Description

Overview:

JOB TITLE: FOOD SAFETY & QA – PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP

LOCATION BAKERSFIELD AREA

REPORTS TO: DEPARTMENT MANAGER

PURPOSE:

The Food Safety & Quality Assurance Internship provides undergraduate students with hands-on experience aligned with their academic interests. This is a paid six-week internship running August – September, with support available for students seeking college credit.

Additional Info:

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Food Science, Agricultural Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Plant Science, or a related field.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document observations and data.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
Basic knowledge of food safety, quality assurance principles, or Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) is preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Qualified to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must pass all pre-placement requirements applicable to the position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Internship will provide an overview to the various Food Safety & QA Department’s function and basic day to day job responsibilities providing students an exploratory environment in the early stages of their career development.
Work may require team and independent tasks.

Assist with quality inspections of fresh carrots, potatoes, and value-added vegetable products to verify compliance with company and customer quality standards.
Collect, record, and analyze quality data to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Observe production processes and identify opportunities to improve product quality, consistency, and operational efficiency.
Participate in food safety and quality audits while learning company quality management systems.
Assist with product sampling, defect evaluations, and documentation of inspection results.
Support investigations related to quality concerns and help identify corrective and preventive actions.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Production, Food Safety, and Operations teams on cross-functional projects.
Maintain accurate records and ensure documentation complies with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Follow all food safety, workplace safety, and sanitation procedures while working in production and warehouse environments.
Complete a capstone project focused on improving quality, food safety, or operational processes and present findings to department leadership.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to move in food processing facilities (sometimes through narrow passages, in wet areas, or on elevated platforms). Ability to occasionally move about inside the office, food processing facilities and/or farming fields. Must be able to work in different temperatures (working temperatures as hot as 100° to 115° F and as cold as -20° F to 32° F). Must be able to work in a high noise area. Ability to inspect equipment and products.

STARTING WAGE: $17.75 - $22.00 (dependent on year in college)

APPLY: HTTPS://CAREERS.GRIMMWAYPRODUCE.COM/JOBS

TENTATIVE START DATE: AUGUST 2026

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