Microbiology Intern, Summer 2027

The J.M. Smucker Company; Orrville (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Competitive pay

Paid holidays

Fitness center

The Orchard cafeteria

Networking events

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company invites you to join its Microbiology Lab as an intern in Orrville, OH. You will perform routine microbiological testing on finished goods and environmental samples, provide lab support, and manage a personal project culminating in a final presentation.

You'll gain hands-on experience, develop professional skills, and participate in ISO-related activities while contributing to ongoing lab projects during the internship term.

Qualifications

• Sophomore to Senior in Microbiology/Biology/Food Science or related field.
• Strong time-management, communication and teamwork skills; solid chemistry & mathematics background.
• General laboratory experience with aseptic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine microbiological testing on finished goods and environmental samples
• Support Laboratory projects
• Conduct microbiological reporting within Smucker databases
• Provide general laboratory upkeep
• Manage an individual Micro project requiring a presentation at the end of the internship
• Support ISO certification

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Chemistry background

Mathematics background

Education

Undergraduate student in Microbiology/Biology/Food Science

Tools

Aseptic technique

Job description

Your Opportunity as a Microbiology Intern

As an intern within our Microbiology Lab, you will complete routine microbiological testing on finished goods and environmental samples. You will provide laboratory support and complete microbiological reporting within company databases. You will also conduct general laboratory upkeep and will manage an individual microbiological project resulting in a presentation at the end of the internship term.

You will gain meaningful and translatable experience from the real work you will be provided, relationship management, and professional development.

Location: Orrville, Corporate Offices

Work Arrangements: 100% on -site expectations

In this role you will:

• Conduct routine microbiological testing on finished goods and environmental samples

• Support Laboratory projects

• Conduct microbiological reporting within Smucker databases

• Provide general laboratory upkeep

• Manage an individual Micro project requiring a presentation at the end of the internship

• Support ISO certification

What we are looking for:

• ASophomore, Junior or Senior standing in schoolwith requisite educational experience inMicrobiology, Biology, Food Science, or related field

• Awell-roundedskill setincludingstrong time-management, communication, teamwork skills, and a strong chemistry and mathematics background

• General laboratory experience and aseptic technique practices

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.

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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

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.