Human Resources Intern, Summer 2027

J.M. Smucker Co; Orrville (OH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Networking with leadership

Professional development sessions

Fitness center access

Paid corporate holidays

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company is offering a Human Resources Intern position in Orrville, Ohio. You will support employee inquiries, manage cases, and learn HR processes in a hybrid setting that blends on-site work with flexible scheduling.

You will interact with current and former employees, support recruiting activities, and gain exposure to all HR areas while developing professional relationships and real-world skills in a Fortune 500 environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing junior or senior standing in HR or related field.
• Strong time-management and communication skills.
• Professional demeanor in HR environment.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and respond to employee requests using the case management system and assist other service center employees with opening, recording, processing, or closing cases in the system.
• Serve as a resource for current and former Smucker employees, their families, and occasionally applicants or contractors on HR policies and procedures.
• Analyze complex information to identify problems and root causes by using system knowledge and prior case handling.
• Communicate resolutions to employees and escalate where needed.
• Coordinate interviews with candidates and ensure timely scheduling and strong candidate care.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

HR professionalism

Education

HR coursework or degree in progress

Job description

Your Opportunity as a Human Resources Intern

As an intern within our Human Resources department, you will serve as a resource for current and former Smucker employees, their families, and, occasionally, non-employees such as applicants or contractors for questions regarding all HR policies and procedures. You will prioritize and respond to employee requests using our case management system and assist other service center employees with opening, recording, processing, or closing cases in the system. You will also analyze complex information to identify problems and root causes by using system knowledge and understanding of prior case handling. You will effectively resolve or escalat issues and communicate resolutions to employees.

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:

• Prioritize and respond to employee requests using our case management system and assist other service center employees with opening, recording, processing, or closing cases in the system.
• Serve as a resource for current and former Smucker employees, their families and, occasionally, non-employees such as applicants or contractors for questions regarding all HR policies and procedures. You will make and strengthen connections throughout the company by aiding individuals in all areas of the organization.
• Prioritize and respond to employee requests using our case management system and assist other service center employees with opening, recording, processing, or closing cases in the system.
• Analyze complex information to identify problems and root causes by using system knowledge and understanding of prior case handling. You will effectively resolve or escalat issues and communicate resolutions to employees.
• Communicate directly with candidates to schedule interviews, coordinating timely schedule and ensuring excellent “candidate care” through the interview process.
• Partner with third-party vendor to administer Pre-Employment screening process.
• Acquire meaningful and translatable experience from the real work you will be provided, relationship management, and professional development.
• Gain exposure to all areas of human resources, as well as chose an area of interest to specialize and provide escalation assistance in.

What we are looking for:

• A Junior or Senior standing in school with requisite educational experience in Human Resources, or another relevant field.
• A well-rounded skill set including strong time-management, communication, teamwork skills, attention to detail, knowledge of standard business practices and professionalism in an HR environment as well as a passion for HR and serving our employee population.

Application Period:

Application period closes on December 1st, 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
• $18-$24/hr (actual rate dependent upon graduation year)*
• 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.