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At Peco, talent is our greatest asset. We believe in hiring good people and giving them the tools, training and support they need to grow and lead. Whether you’re starting your career or building on years of experience, there’s a path for you here.

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Management
Training Program

This six-month program prepares early-career professionals for leadership roles in operations. Trainees rotate through departments, gain real-world experience and receive guidance from senior leaders.

What You’ll Get:
As a Management Trainee, you will

  • Make a difference in a company proud of its work and the families it feeds around the world.
  • Rotate through a series of facilities, where you will receive hands-on training in all aspects of live production and processing.
  • Build practical work experience to support your formal education.
  • Receive ongoing support and mentorship from senior leaders to prepare you for a leadership role.
  • Master leadership skills to manage a diverse group of team members.
  • Understand the poultry industry.

Eligibility:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
(all majors welcome)
  • Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills
  • Interest in operations, people management and sustainable business

Interested in Applying?

Please click the button below to send an introductory e-mail with resume to our recruiting team.

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Through Peco’s Management Training Program, I gained a deeper understanding of operations from start to finish. The hands-on experience confirmed my path and connected me to mentors and customers who helped shape
my careers.

Cale Bynum

National Account Rep
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The Management Training Program gave
me a full view of Peco’s operations,
from live production to sales. What stands
out most is the close-knit, supportive culture. Five years later, that’s still what keeps
me here.

Connor Coats

IQF Supervisor
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Internship
Program

Peco’s paid internship program gives full-time college students a chance to apply their classroom knowledge in real-world settings. Interns work alongside managers and team members to understand the flow of poultry production and build a foundation for long-term success.

Program Highlights:

  • 10-12-week paid internship (late May to early August)
  • $18/hour compensation
  • Housing provided where needed
  • Hands-on learning in live production and/or processing
  • Mentorship from plant managers and facility leaders

Eligibility:

  • Junior or senior enrolled full-time in college
  • Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills
  • Interest in agriculture, poultry or food science
  • Ability to meet physical requirements of the role

Interested in Applying?

Please click the button below to send an introductory e-mail with resume to our recruiting team.

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Jada headshot

I’m way more excited about my career now than when I first got here. I knew there were opportunities because I’d seen people grow and move into new roles, but experiencing it firsthand has been different. Even in my short time here, Peco has offered me extra training and certifications. It’s taken my experience over the top, and I can’t wait to see what the next couple years bring.

Jada

2025 Intern