Microbiology Lab Internship - Hands-on, Summer 2027

Johnsonville, LLC.

Sheboygan, Northern (WI, KY)

Hybrid

USD 21,000 - 28,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Johnsonville is seeking a Microbiology Lab Internship for Summer 2027 in Sheboygan Falls. You will learn all aspects of an industrial food microbiology laboratory, working with the Laboratory Team and interacting with R&D, Operations, Engineering, and Food Safety & Quality teams.

The internship offers hands-on experience, a May start, and the chance to contribute to real projects. Candidates pursuing a bachelor’s degree in related fields and willing to travel are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Candidate currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in food/meat science, microbiology, biochemistry, and/or biology; junior or senior status preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct applied/molecular microbiology QC and pathogen testing procedures using standard, rapid, and state-of-the-art detection techniques
Lead studies to evaluate new detection technologies, products, and processing procedures
Generate, analyze, and interpret microbiological data and reports
Collect and analyze daily/weekly pre-operational and/or operational environmental swabs, incoming raw materials, and finished products
Troubleshoot potential microbiological/quality issues related to production, products, and materials
Serve as a support role to Research & Development, Operations, and Manufacturing Teams
Assist in corporate food safety/quality enhancement initiatives across all business units
Job shadow/assist in the chemistry lab