Sustainability Internship - Summer 2027

Johnsonville, LLC.; Sheboygan, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness center access

Onsite medical clinic

Job summary

Johnsonville, LLC invites you to join its sustainability team for a summer internship or co-op, where you’ll contribute to real projects and gain hands-on experience in ESG and environmental initiatives.

You’ll work with partners across the organization, participate in team activities, and receive mentorship from a dedicated coach to grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in sustainability or an environmental-related field from an accredited university (junior or senior status preferred).
• GPA of 3.5 or higher strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with strategic target / goal setting.
• Gather responses and report on the ESG metrics defined in the Meat Institute’s Protein Pact.
• Participate in sustainability-related committees / workstreams (sustainable packaging, regulatory / compliance, decarbonization, etc.).
• Ad hoc ESG-related projects as necessary.
• Work closely with your assigned coach, who will mentor you and help further enhance your internship experience.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Multitasking

Excellence driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in sustainability or environmental field

GPA 3.5+

Job description

Johnsonville will place you, as an intern or co-op student, into a fun and challenging position where you can make real contributions to real projects, applying your knowledge and creativity. In addition to hands‑on experience in your field, you’ll have the chance to work with Members from a variety of functional areas, in a team‑based work environment and a culture that celebrates growth and learning. We value the enthusiasm, fresh ideas and desire to learn and grow that you’ll bring to the organization. You’ll have a one‑of‑a‑kind experience at Johnsonville and be able to say you helped make a real difference at a great, global company.

Position Overview

Join Johnsonville’s sustainability team for a summer you’ll never forget! We know that your internship experience will provide you with valuable knowledge and quality experience.

The successful candidate will take part in a program designed to provide an overview of sustainability in a corporate, specifically agricultural‑focused, setting. Through project work, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with business partners across the organization to see how sustainability impacts every aspect of our business.

You will also participate in organized activities with interns from across the company, providing additional networking and learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

Internship responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Assist with strategic target / goal setting.
• Gather responses and report on the ESG metrics defined in the Meat Institute’s Protein Pact.
• Participate in sustainability‑related committees / workstreams (sustainable packaging, regulatory / compliance, decarbonization, etc.).
• Ad hoc ESG‑related projects as necessary.
• Work closely with your assigned coach, who will mentor you and help further enhance your internship experience.

Education

• Candidate must currently be working towards a Bachelor’s degree in sustainability or an environmental‑related field from an accredited university (junior or senior status preferred).
• 3.5 minimum GPA strongly preferred.

Experience

• Some prior work experience preferred.

Skills

• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate with others.
• Desire to learn, grow and contribute in a team‑based environment.
• Quick learner with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Be able to handle working on multiple projects concurrently.
• Must possess a drive for excellence.

Other Requirements

Start Date: May 24, 2027

Must be at least 18 years old

• Travel: Minimal

Benefits and Compensation

Johnsonville offers access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About our Company

Since 1945, our family‑owned band of sausage‑makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave‑able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.

We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.

Our culture, called the Johnsonville Way, guides the way we behave, operate and treat one another. We truly believe that here at Johnsonville, we have a moral responsibility to create and maintain an environment that requires each Member to fully develop their God‑given talents and help others to do the same. We achieve this by living the Johnsonville Way.

Our owner is famous for saying that, "Other companies use their people to build a business, but at Johnsonville, we use the business to build our people." We are proud to offer endless opportunities for continued learning and growth here at Johnsonville.

Nearest Major Market: Sheboygan
Nearest Secondary Market: Green Bay

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.