Intern Maintenance Mechanic

Hershey Company; Hazle Township (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hershey Company’s Hazleton Plant in Hazle Township, PA, seeks a Maintenance Mechanic Intern to support the maintenance team with day-to-day upkeep, basic troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance activities. This hands-on internship offers exposure to industrial maintenance practices and safety procedures in a high-speed food manufacturing environment.

You will participate in preventive tasks, assist with repairs, and learn CMMS concepts while developing skills applicable to mechanical

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a program such as Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical/Electronic Technology, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and electrical fundamentals.
• Willingness to learn safety procedures and follow site protocols.
• Strong manual skills and ability to work safely in an industrial environment.
• Must read, write, and speak English.
• Experience with hand tools and basic measurement devices.
• Familiarity with CMMS concepts.
• Coursework or exposure to preventive maintenance and/or root-cause fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks (inspections, cleaning, and basic checks).
• Support work orders: document observations, help gather parts/tools, close out tasks.
• Perform basic troubleshooting under supervision (mechanical issues, equipment resets, etc.).
• Help with repairs and installations using standard procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance areas and follow LOTO procedures.
• Support inventory tracking for tools and consumables.
• Participate in safety walks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Learn and be responsible for tasks assigned (changeover, pan upkeep).

Education

Currently enrolled in a program such as Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical/Electronic Technology, or a related field

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Multimeters

Gauges

Micrometers

CMMS familiarity

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Intern Maintenance Mechanic

Posted Date: Aug 12, 2026

Requisition Number: 129987

Why Hershey:

At The Hershey Company, our culture is rooted in purpose and inspired by Milton Hershey’s enduring vision that business should create opportunity for others. Through our commitment to corporate philanthropy, we create positive impact by supporting communities, helping children thrive, and operating as a business for good. This includes our deep and long standing partnership with Milton Hershey School, where we invest in education, workforce readiness, and hands on engagement to help students succeed beyond the classroom. Supported by strategic grantmaking, product donations, cross brand collaboration, and strong employee volunteerism, Hershey offers a place to work where making a difference—locally and globally—is part of how we do business every day.

How will you fit in the big picture?

The Hershey Company, Hazleton Plant, in Hazle Township, PA is a Union plant manufacturing products such as Cadbury Caramello Bars, Cadbury Mini Eggs, Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bars, Hershey's Milk Chocolate with Almonds Bars, Hershey's Special Dark Bars, Hershey's Candy-Coated Eggs, and Kit Kat, in a high-speed complex environment.

We’re seeking a Maintenance Mechanic Intern to support our maintenance team with day-to-day equipment upkeep, basic troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance activities. This internship is a hands-on opportunity to learn industrial maintenance practices, safety procedures, and reliability-focused workflows.

Accountabilities

• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks (inspections, cleaning, and basic checks).
• Support work orders: document observations, help gather parts/tools, and close out tasks.
• Perform basic troubleshooting under supervision (e.g., mechanical issues, equipment resets, visual inspections).
• Help with repairs and installations using standard procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance areas and follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Support inventory tracking for tools and consumables.
• Participate in safety walks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Learn and be responsible for the required task given to you. (Changeover, pan upkept)
• Currently enrolled in a program such as Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical/Electronic Technology, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems (motors, bearings, conveyors, pumps) and/or electrical fundamentals.
• Willingness to learn safety procedures and follow site protocols.
• Strong manual skills and ability to work safely in an industrial environment.
• Clear communication and ability to follow instructions and documentation practice
• Must be able to work weekends and be flexible to work any shift
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and be trained in English.
• Experience with hand tools, basic measurement (multimeters, gauges, micrometers where applicable).
• Familiarity with CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) concepts.
• Coursework or exposure to preventive maintenance and/or root-cause fundamentals.
• Familiarity with measuring tools and hand tools.

Physical Demands

• Must be able tolift upto 50 lbs.
• Regularlyrequiredto work around operating equipment, stand, reach, stoop, crawl, bend, andclimb stairs/steps.
• Repetitive use of hands, wrists, and forearms.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and working mechanical spaces.

Working Conditions

• Work will be performed within afoodmanufacturing facility
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to include but not limited to safety toe shoes/boots, ear plugs, safety glasses/goggles,hard hats, hairnets, hooded hair restraints, and gloves
• Wearing company issued uniforms is a requirement
• Successful completion of all required Learning Management System training
• Must follow confined area or site access rules as required

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.