Schreiber Foods is looking for motivated and talented engineering students to join us as interns for the upcoming Summer 2027 across our manufacturing plants in the U.S. We have opportunities in the following communities: Missouri (Carthage, Clinton), Utah (Logan), Texas (Stephenville), Wisconsin (Richland Center). Relocation Assistance is provided if relocating 50 miles or more for this internship.
This is a paid internship with an hourly rate of pay: $22.00
Our Engineering Internship Program offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a food manufacturing environment. Interns will work closely with skilled engineers, contributing to projects that have a direct impact on our operations and success. We offer internship opportunities in various areas of engineering, allowing you to specialize based on your interests and career aspirations.
Interns will also participate in our company Internship Program which includes Executive Speakers, Social & Networking Events and Career Branding & Professional Development.
What you’ll do:
Controls Engineering:
Engage in the design, programming and testing of automated controls systems.
Work with PLCs, HMIs and robotics to enhance system performance.
Collaborate on projects involving system integration and optimization.
What you need to succeed:
Completed Sophomore-level status or higher toward a BS degree in an Engineering or Engineering Technology program (Electrical is preferred). Students must be enrolled as student during the time of the internship (Recent or previous graduates will not be considered).
Willingness to relocate for Summer of 2027.
Ability to work a minimum of 10 weeks during the Summer of 2027.
Ability to work 40 hours/week during the summer.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Interest in pursuing a full-time career in the areas listed above.
Ability to take ownership of assignments and complete them on time and accurately.
Desire to grow and take on new opportunities.
Reliable transportation.
Schreiber Foods strives to do good through food every day. Based in North America, we’re a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, beverages and yogurt.
Our more than 10,000 employees and presence on five continents enable us to be an essential ingredient in our customers’ success. With annual sales of more than $7 billion, we partner with the best retailers, restaurants, distributors and food manufacturers around the globe. We also recognize our responsibility to do good in the world and are driven to make a difference in everything we do.
- Opportunity to complete real-world projects, participate in team meetings and contribute your ideas
- Exposure to different areas of the business around the world
- Internship program that includes engaging events and opportunities to build relationships at all levels
- Relocation assistance (for eligible internships)
- Rewards program for referring others
- Eight free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
- Company-provided retirement contributions per year through our 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community
- Discounts on our products and more
For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.
Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Skills Required
- Completed sophomore-level status or higher toward a BS degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology; Electrical Engineering is preferred.
- Must remain enrolled as a student during the internship; recent or previous graduates are not eligible.
- Willingness to relocate for Summer 2027.
- Ability to work a minimum of 10 weeks during Summer 2027.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week during the summer.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Interest in pursuing a full-time career in the listed engineering areas.
- Ability to take ownership of assignments and complete them accurately and on time.
- Reliable transportation.
Schreiber Foods Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Schreiber Foods and has not been reviewed or approved by Schreiber Foods.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are described as notably strong, combining a substantial 401(k) company match with employee ownership through an ESOP. Company-funded retirement contributions are highlighted as a distinctive advantage that materially elevates total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is presented as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with eligibility often starting on day one. Wellness resources, screenings, and access to clinics at some sites reinforce the perceived depth of coverage.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive structures include performance-based bonuses paid periodically, with additional off-shift and extended-week bonuses in certain roles. Overtime opportunities and shift premiums are commonly cited as meaningful income enhancers.
Schreiber Foods Insights
What We Do
Schreiber Foods strives to do good through food every day. Based in North America, we’re a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, beverages and yogurt. Our more than 10,000 employees and presence on five continents enable us to be an essential ingredient in our customers’ success. With annual sales of more than $7 billion, we partner with the best retailers, restaurants, distributors and food manufacturers around the globe. We also recognize our responsibility to do good in the world and are driven to make a difference in everything we do. We’ve come a long way since our start as a small cheese company in 1945. Today, our team is more than 10,000 strong at locations across North America, Europe, South America, Asia and Africa. But our commitment to providing safe food the right way has never changed. At Schreiber, we call ourselves partners, not employees, and there’s a good reason behind that. Our work is more than just a job. We make the company grow. We help each other grow and take care of each other along the way. And, we all share in the rewards. Our people are truly the heart of our company, and we're on a journey together. We work hard to find great people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and provide opportunities to help them grow. But it’s about more than a career at Schreiber. Like a family, we care deeply about each other. We strive to foster an inclusive work environment where all our partners can thrive. We've increased our commitment to diversity and inclusion by creating an overarching Diversity and Inclusion Council, as well as resource groups for women, African Americans, Pride, Vets and more groups that give a voice to all of our partners. We're always looking for passionate partners to join our team and bring to life our culture of being customer obsessed and brilliant at the basics. Want to learn more about our company? Visit us at www.schreiberfoods.com.
