SKILLBRIDGE.MIL DATALAST SYNC 2026-07-23
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Machine Operator - Internship

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Program summary

Frontier Co-op Machine Operator - An internship with Frontier Co-op will provide you with experience and knowledge of how to safely and productively work with food processing equipment. You will be given opportunities to experience all aspects of food manufacturing and packaging. This internship will work directly with all production staff, production management, maintenance, engineering and quality assurance departments. Frontier finds it important to start all machine operators learning basic production worker tasks to set them up for success and have a wholistic understanding of how production operates.

Roles & job description

Frontier Co-op Machine Operator - SUMMARY Perform all tasks involved in the production of Frontier’s products. Follow standard processes, practices, and safe work habits to ensure that production is as efficient and safe as possible. Performs general tasks in the area such as boxing, filling, labeling, and cleaning

Target military occupations

Open to all MOS / ratings / AFSCs.

Eligibility notes

Mechanically inclined, strong computer skills, attention to quality, ability to work within a team, and ability to thrive in a constant changing environment. Criminal background check and a lifting physical. SkillBridge and Frontier Partnership Outcome Once the intern has successfully completed all training and assessments, HR will work with the manager and the intern to discuss openings within the company. Our goal is to successfully onboard a machine operator on 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts each year through this program.

Additional notes

APPLICATION PROCESS: This SkillBridge internship opportunity is managed by Iowa Workforce Development. In order to begin the process please complete a SkillBridge Service Member Application at the link below and be sure to select Frontier Coop and the Machine Operator program. Once received a member of IDVA's team will reach out to you to further discuss your interest and any additional opportunities that may align with your end goals here in Iowa. https://seam.ly/5dOpQgZ8

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 1 - 30 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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