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Quality Control/Quality Assurance Intern - Summer 2027

Primient · Decatur, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a lab class or project where accuracy mattered a lot. How did you make sure your results were right?

What they are checking: Whether they work carefully and check their results, which is the base of QC work.

Tell me about a time you followed a detailed procedure exactly. Why was that important?

What they are checking: Whether they respect procedures, which keep food safety work consistent.

What interests you about quality in food manufacturing?

What they are checking: Whether they have real interest in food safety and quality as a career path.

What do you hope to learn about regulations this summer?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that learning the regulatory side is a key goal of this internship.

What would you do

You notice a test result that doesn't look right, but others say it's probably fine. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they speak up and retest instead of ignoring results that do not fit.

How would you prepare to help with an audit at a food plant?

What they are checking: Whether they think about organizing records and understanding requirements ahead of time.

How would you explain a food safety rule to a plant worker who thinks it's unnecessary?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain the reason behind rules respectfully, which helps rules get followed.

About the work

What do you know about food safety systems like HACCP or a Food Safety Quality Management System?

What they are checking: Whether they have basic knowledge to build on during the internship.

Why do food manufacturers keep such detailed records?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that records prove safety to regulators and customers and allow recalls.

What is the difference between quality control and quality assurance?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that QC checks products while QA builds the system that prevents problems.

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The full job description

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Quality Control/Quality Assurance Intern - Summer 2027 | Primient About Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. W e’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. Role Description: The Quality Control/Quality Assurance Intern will gain invaluable real-world experience in the oversight of a food manufacturing facility's Food Safety/Quality Management System. This role is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the regulations, processes, and responsibilities involved in ensuring food safety. The intern will work alongside seasoned professionals and contribute to the site's food safety and food defense plans. Additional housing stipend from $1,500 to $3,000 depending on work and candidate's location. Key Projects & Responsibilities: • Support management in the implementation of the site's Food Safety and Food Defense Plans. • Participate in 3rd party and customer audits, gaining exposure to the audit process. • Perform food safety and quality inspections on-site. • Develop training tools to assist operations personnel in understanding and implementing food safety principles. Skills & Qualifications: • Must be a student at an accredited university pursuing a degree in Food Science (preferred) or a physical science. • Ability to work effectively in an industrial environment. • Safety-minded and willing to learn. • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality. Total Rewards Starting pay of $23.00/hr + overtime with opportunity to advance with our pay for skill system. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes : • Competitive Pay ​ • Multiple Healthcare plan choices ​ • Dental and vision insurance ​ • A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions ​ • Short- and Long-Term Disability ​ • Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans ​ • Paid holidays & vacation ​ • Floating days off ​ • Parental leave for new parents ​ • Employee resource groups ​ • Learning & development programs ​ • Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future Career Path & Culture Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. ​ ​ Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce . California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.

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