Corporate Communications Intern, Summer 2027

The J.M. Smucker Company; United States; Hybrid; USD 2,617,000 - 3,168,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Networking with leadership

Competitive compensation

Onsite fitness center

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company invites you to join its Corporate Communications Internship in Orrville, OH.

As an intern you will assist with copywriting, media relations, content creation, and event planning across internal and external channels, gaining hands-on experience in a corporate communications environment. We seek a junior or senior student studying Public Relations or Communications with strong written and verbal communication, time management, and creative problem solving.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a relevant major with coursework in communications or public relations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Able to think creatively and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop short- and long-form content for internal and external channels.
• Support editorial needs for various communications materials.
• Assist with large-scale company events and project management.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Time Management

Creative Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Public Relations / Communications (major)

Job description

Your Opportunity as a Corporate Communications Intern

As an intern in our communications organization, your responsibilities may include copywriting and editing, communications planning and execution, social media content development, media relations, multi‑media content creation, and assistance with event planning and project management. Work will span internal and external communications disciplines.

Location: Orrville, OH

Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires

In this role you will

• Develop short- and long-form content for internal and external communications channels
• Support various internal and external content editorial needs
• Assist with large-scale company events

What we are looking for

A Junior or Senior standing in school with requisite educational experience in Public Relations, Communications, or another relevant field A well-rounded set of skills including strong written and verbal communication, time management, creative thinking/problem-solving, and an understanding of various communications mediums

Application Period

Application period closes on December 1st, 2026

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

• 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: $19.00-$23.00/hour **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.

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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.

We’re a community of passionate, talented professionals dedicated to creating food people and pets love—while supporting the communities in which we work and live.

We value what makes each person unique, champion growth and development, and foster collaboration that fuels productivity and drives our shared success.

Learn more about our Thrive Together purpose At Smucker, we're passionate about creating a workplace where you truly belong. With a culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs and a competitive Total Rewards program, we aim to support every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

Learn more about working at Smucker Our culture is sustained and brought to life every day by the people of Smucker and our hiring process is designed to identify the right candidate for every position at our company.

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The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.