Simmons Foods

Our 2024 summer interns wrapped up their time with us this week! This year's cohort represents a diverse set of majors from universities across the nation. In addition to their eight-week projects within their respective departments, interns had the chance to tour our facilities, engage with the Senior Leadership Team, complete training with the Learning & Development team, and give back to the Northwest Arkansas community through various service projects.     Thank you for choosing to spend your summer doing real work with us. Your contributions have made a significant impact on our teams and the entire company.     For more information on internship opportunities at Simmons, visit workatsimmons.com/students     #SimmonsFoods #WorkAtSimmons #DoRealWork 

Meet Nicole Jones Duane and Jami Musshafen, Simmons’ Brand & Engagement Interns. Watch as Nicole and Jami describe bringing the stories of all our interns to life by capturing, designing, and editing the videos and images of their projects. Their efforts culminated in the creation of the 2024 Do Real Work Intern Experience book that our interns will be able to keep as a reminder of their summer with us.     #DoRealWork #SimmonsFoods 

Earlier this year, Simmons launched a new Leadership Model with five key competencies to foster growth and success at all leadership levels. This model outlines essential behaviors and expectations for Team Members, Leaders, and Strategic Leaders. We are proud of our Simmons leaders who go above and beyond to put people first and serve their teams well. We’re excited to continue our series, "Leading by Example," highlighting Simmons’ leaders and their exceptional commitment to leadership.     Watch below as Mary Sanchez, Production Supervisor at Pet Food Emporia, showcases how her values influence her unique leadership style. Mary is committed to leading her teams, pushing them to achieve their goals, and having fun while doing it. Her commitment and proactive attitude highlight the essential qualities of a strong leader at Simmons.     #SimmonsPetFood #SimmonsStrong 

Congratulations to Mark Weathers, Vice President of Operations, for his recent appointment as the Treasurer of The Poultry Federation for the 2024-2025 term.      Mark's dedication and leadership in the poultry industry continue to make us proud. This role highlights his commitment to representing our company and advancing the industry, and his expertise will further the Federation’s mission.     Join us in congratulating Mark on his appointment!     Read more about the new board members and the Federation's strategic goals here: https://lnkd.in/dqSfprz2     #SimmonsFoods #WorkAtSimmons 

We are proud to have hosted Tommy Egbert this summer and watched him do real work with us. We can't wait to see all the great things he goes on to accomplish, and will be rooting from him all the way!

Meet Cason Frisby, Research and Development Intern at Simmons Animal Nutrition! Watch as Cason explains how he's researching ways to utilize bone residue for us to be more efficient with our resources.     Don't forget that Simmons has been nominated as a Top 100 Intern Program. Click here to vote for Simmons Foods today: https://lnkd.in/gA7zywqX          #DoRealWork #SimmonsFoods 

Our interns have been gaining valuable experience and doing real work this summer. There’s still time for us to be voted for a Top 100 Intern Program by National Intern Day, presented by Yello.co and WayUp!     Show your support by voting for Simmons Foods daily until July 18: https://lnkd.in/gjDRbiYH    #DoRealWork #SimmonsFoods 

In 1954, Bill Simmons emerged as a pivotal figure in the transformation of Siloam Springs and greater Northwest Arkansas. He had a vision to harness the power of the region's waterways through the construction of dams. Recognizing the untapped potential of these natural resources, Simmons set out to secure the necessary approvals, navigating a complex maze of bureaucratic challenges and environmental considerations.      Simmons' dedication to this cause was a testament to his deep-rooted commitment to community progress. He was convinced that the future of Siloam Springs depended directly on the well-being of its residents. This belief spurred him to become an active participant in the Chamber of Commerce, where he lent his voice and expertise to pivotal discussions about the town's future.  But his contributions did not stop there. Read more about how Simmons took responsibility for his community’s greater good:   https://lnkd.in/g48iPt_k    #Simmons75 #SimmonsFoods 

Our interns have had another busy and productive week!      They started the week sharpening their skills with presentation and delivery practice for their end-of-summer projects. That was followed by career development rotations focused on resume building, interview skills, reviewing offer letters, and more. Later in the week, they enjoyed the annual float trip on the Illinois River complete with yard games and a lunch that included wings prepared by Simmons’ Live Operations team.      With just a couple of weeks left in their internship, we're proud of how they work hard and play hard together.    Don't forget that Simmons has been nominated as a Top 100 Intern Program. Click here to vote for Simmons Foods every day between now and July 18: https://lnkd.in/gA7zywqX        #DoRealWork #SimmonsFoods 

Meet Sophia Glanville, Operations Intern at Simmons Pet Food! Watch as Sophia explains how she's working to improve cup packaging efficiencies for us to make nourishing food for the pets we love.       Don't forget that Simmons has been nominated as a Top 100 Intern Program. Click here to vote for Simmons Foods every day between now and July 18: https://lnkd.in/gA7zywqX          #DoRealWork #SimmonsFoods