Analytical Lab Intern, Summer 2027

J.M. Smucker Co • Orrville, OH

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an intern within our Analytical Lab, you will gain experience in our corporate analytical laboratory. You will enhance your food product analytical attributes knowledge base. You will operate analytical equipment (i.e., GC or LC, pH, Aw, viscosity, color, % protein, % moisture, and density) for food categories. You will perform laboratory projects and create analytical reports within Smucker databases. You will assist with general laboratory upkeep, inventory management, and ISO 17025 Certification support. You will manage an individual analytical project requiring a presentation at the end of the internship.

Requirements

• Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing in school with prerequisite educational experience in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or relevant field
• Well-rounded skill set including strong chemistry and mathematics background
• General laboratory experience
• Computer knowledge and skills
• Highly adaptable and flexible to a dynamic environment
• Self-motivated
• High-energy level

Responsibilities

• Manage an individual research project to support the business
• Gain hands-on experience with instrumentation and general lab upkeep
• Apply Analytical Chemistry skills to the food industry
• Interact, communicate, and collaborate with cross-functional groups (R&D, Sensory, Corporate Quality and Manufacturing) to optimize analytical challenges
• Obtain relationships with other interns and business professionals to support your future endeavors
• Assist with general laboratory upkeep, inventory management, and ISO 17025 Certification support

Benefits

• 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
• Paid corporate holidays
• Housing stipend for interns relocating for the program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed