Analytical Lab Intern, Summer 2027

The J.M. Smucker Co.; Orrville (OH); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership networking

Professional development

Intern networking events

Fitness center

Orchard cafeteria

Paid holidays

Housing stipend

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. offers an Analytical Lab Intern role at our Orrville corporate offices. This hybrid internship provides hands-on experience with GC/LC, pH, viscosity, and other analytical methods in a fast-paced food products environment.

You will manage a personal research project, generate analytical reports, and collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing teams, while benefiting from mentorship and industry exposure.

Qualifications

• Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing in a relevant field (Chemistry, Biology, Food Science).
• Strong chemistry and mathematics background; general laboratory experience; adaptable and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Manage an individual research project to support the business.
• Gain hands-on experience with instrumentation and lab upkeep.
• Apply Analytical Chemistry skills to the food industry.
• Interact with cross-functional groups (R&D, Sensory, Corporate Quality, Manufacturing).
• Build relationships with other interns and professionals for future opportunities.

Skills

Chemistry background

Mathematics

Lab experience

Computer skills

Education

Sophomore/Junior/Senior standing in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science

Tools

GC/LC instrumentation knowledge

Job description

Your Opportunity as a Analytical Lab Intern

As an intern within ourAnalytical Lab you will gain experience in our corporate analytical laboratory. You will enhance your food product analytical attributes knowledge base. You will operate analytical equipment (i.e. GC or LC , pH, Aw, viscosity, color, % protein, %moisture, and density) for food categories. You will perform laboratory projects and create analytical reports within Smucker databases. You will assist with general laboratory upkeep, inventory management, and ISO 17025 Certification support. You will manage an individual analytical project requiring a presentation at the end of the internship.

Location: Orrville, Corporate Offices

Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 4 days a week, 75% on site expectations minimum

In this role you will:

• Manage an individual research project to support the business

• Gain hands-on experience with instrumentation and general lab upkeep

• Apply Analytical Chemistry skills to the food industry

• Interact, communicate, and collaborate with cross-functional groups (R&D, Sensory, Corporate Quality and Manufacturing) to optimize analytical challenges

• Obtain relationships with other interns and business professionals to support your future endeavors

What we are looking for:

• A Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing in schoolwith prerequisite educational experience inChemistry, Biology, Food Science, or relevant field

• Awell-roundedskill setincludingstrong chemistry and mathematics background, general laboratory experience, computer knowledge and skills, highly adaptable and flexible to a dynamic environment, self-motivated, high-energy level

Application Period:

• Application period closes on November 6th, 2026

Why Choose the J.M. Smucker Company’s Internship Program?

Are you seeking an exceptional internship experience at a Fortune 500 company? At Smucker, we are dedicated to providing a world-class, award-winning internship that offers you the opportunity to:

• Learn: Unlock your potential in a collaborative and supportive environment where you are treated like a true peer and challenged to be your best.

• Grow: Benefit from hands-on training with a dedicated mentor and connect with peers and leaders throughout the company.

• Lead: Contribute to high-profile projects that support our Company’s growing categories like snacks, coffee and pet food.

Additional Perks:

Along with engaging work, we offer a variety of benefits to ensure your internship is both rewarding and memorable. These include:

• Unique opportunities to network and interact with company leadership

• Customized professional development sessions

• Networking events and social outings with fellow interns

• Access to a fully equipped fitness center, complete with a basketball court, indoor walking track, and recreational league sports

• The Orchard, our gourmet cafeteria, offering breakfast and lunch with seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients

• A competitive compensation package, including paid corporate holidays

• Compensation range:$21.50/hr-$25.00/hr

• **Actual hourly rate is determined based upon the year of college that will be completed at the start of the internship**

• A housing stipend for interns relocating for the program

Experience an internship where you can learn, grow, and lead — all while being part of something special at Smucker.

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn

TheRight Placefor You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

Stay connected with uson LinkedIn

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.