Microbiology Intern, Summer 2026

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: Hybrid - 75% onsite 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

Application Period:

• Application period closes on November 1st, 2025

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

• 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:

• Our Internship Program

• Delivering on Our Purpose

• Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All

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