Manufacturing HR Intern - On-Site Mentorship & Projects

smucker; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Fully equipped fitness center

Orchard cafeteria

Paid corporate holidays

Intern networking with leadership

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company offers an on-site Human Resources internship at a Buffalo, NY manufacturing facility. You will assist in recruiting, onboarding, talent development, workforce planning, and engagement initiatives while partnering with plant leadership.

Ideal candidates are undergraduates in HR-related fields with a 3.0+ GPA, strong communication and organization skills, and a genuine interest in Manufacturing HR careers. Applications close Dec 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Sophomore or junior status in HR-related field.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Strong time-management, communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and professionalism.
• Interest in Manufacturing HR career.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with plant leadership and HR to attract, retain, and engage talent in alignment with business strategy.
• Support recruiting activities for technical and hourly employees (sourcing, screening, interviewing, etc.).
• Coordinate site activities (community relations, employee appreciation events, donations, visitor coordination, plant uniforms, communications).
• Identify and drive efficiencies in HR support by streamlining manual processes.
• Lead, participate in and/or support projects with timely completion within constraints.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to support and deliver business needs.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Passion for HR

Education

HR/Organizational Management/Psychology

Job description

The J.M. Smucker Company offers an on-site Human Resources internship at a Buffalo, NY manufacturing facility. You will assist in recruiting, onboarding, talent development, workforce planning, and engagement initiatives while partnering with plant leadership.

Ideal candidates are undergraduates in HR-related fields with a 3.0+ GPA, strong communication and organization skills, and a genuine interest in Manufacturing HR careers. Applications close Dec 1, 2026.