Talent Acquisition Intern, Summer 2027

The J.M. Smucker Company; Orrville (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking with leadership

Professional development sessions

Networking events with interns

Fully equipped fitness center

The Orchard cafeteria

Competitive compensation package

Employee discounts

Housing stipend

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company is offering a Talent Intern in Orrville, OH, with hybrid work (onsite at least 9 days a month).

You will support Talent Acquisition strategies, Emerging Talent programs, and candidate sourcing partnerships while sharpening recruiting, event planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking Sophomores or Juniors in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, or related fields with strong time management,

Qualifications

• Sophomore or Junior standing in school with education in HR, Communications, Business Administration or related field.
• Strong time management, communication, teamwork, attention to detail, event planning, and professionalism in HR.

Responsibilities

• Support recruiting initiatives for full-time talent staffing across functions and locations.
• Assist with planning and execution of events for the summer internship program.
• Participate in candidate sourcing partnerships, projects, and events.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Event planning

Professionalism in HR

Education

HR/Communications/Business Admin or related field

Job description

Your Opportunity as a Talent Intern

As an intern within our Talent Acquisition function, you will work closely with our team on key strategies and initiatives that span across Talent Acquisition, Emerging Talent programming (which includes our Internship Program), and Candidate Sourcing Partnerships. You will have an opportunity to hone your recruiting, event planning, organizational, creative‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.

Location: Orrville, OH. Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires.

In this role you will:

• Support recruiting initiatives and tasks in support of full‑time talent staffing needs across all functions, all locations, all levels
• Assist with the planning and execution of events for our summer internship program
• Participate in candidate sourcing partnerships, projects and events

What we are looking for:

• A Sophomore or Junior standing in school with requisite educational experience in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration or another relevant field
• A well‑rounded skill set including strong time management, communication, teamwork skills, attention to detail, event planning skills, and professionalism in an HR environment as well as a passion for working with people

Application Period

Application period closes on December 1st, 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

• 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 $18‑$24/hr (actual rate dependent upon graduation year)*
• Employee discounts at our Company Store
• 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.

Learn more about working at Smucker

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn. 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. We're a community of passionate, talented professionals dedicated to creating food people and pets love—while supporting the communities in which we work and live. We value what makes each person unique, champion growth and development, and foster collaboration that fuels productivity and drives our shared success. Learn more about our Thrive Together purpose At Smucker, we're passionate about creating a workplace where you truly belong. With a culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs and a competitive Total Rewards program, we aim to support every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Learn more about working at Smucker Our culture is sustained and brought to life every day by the people of Smucker and our hiring process is designed to identify the right candidate for every position at our company. Learn more about our hiring process The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.