Your Opportunity as a Data Science Intern
As a Data Science Intern on our Data Science team, you will play a key role in supporting data-driven decision-making across sales, marketing and other business-critical processes. This is an opportunity to apply your analytical, statistical, and technical skills in a real-world environment, directly impacting sales strategies.
Location: Remote
Work Arrangements: Remote
In this role, you will:
- Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets from multiple sources using statistical and programming techniques.
- Interpret complex data to generate actionable insights and effectively communicate findings through dashboards, visualizations, and presentations.
- Apply statistical modeling and machine learning techniques (both supervised and unsupervised) to solve real-world business problems in the sales domain.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support issue resolution, identify proactive improvement opportunities, and contribute to business outcomes.
- Enhance your technical, analytical, and professional skills while building meaningful relationships across the organization.
What we are looking for:
- Enrolled in a graduate program (MS, PhD) in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- Strong foundational knowledge in statistical modeling, machine learning (e.g., regression, classification, clustering), forecasting, and data analysis.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language used in data science (e.g., Python, R, SQL).
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, matplotlib, ggplot) and an ability to tell compelling stories with data.
- Relevant coursework completed, including but not limited to:
- Statistical Methods (e.g., Applied Statistics, Regression Analysis, Bayesian Statistics)
- Machine Learning (e.g., Supervised and Unsupervised Learning, Neural Networks, Deep Learning)
- Programming and Data Wrangling (e.g., Python for Data Science, Data Manipulation with R, SQL for Data Analysis)
- Data Visualization and Communication (e.g., Data Storytelling, Advanced Visualization Techniques)
- Domain-Specific or Advanced Topics (e.g., Time Series Analysis, Forecasting, Optimization Techniques, Econometrics)
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to “connect-the-dots” across data and business needs.
- Good communication skills for presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Application Period:
- Application period closes on December 7th, 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:
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
- A competitive compensation package, including paid corporate holidays
- Compensation range: $21/hr - $26/hr (Actual hourly rate is determined based upon the year of college that will be completed at the start of the internship)
Experience an internship where you can learn, grow, and lead — all while being part of something special at Smucker.
The Right Place for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
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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.
Skills Required
- Enrollment in a graduate program such as an MS or PhD in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field
- Foundational knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning, forecasting, and data analysis
- Proficiency in at least one data science programming language, such as Python, R, or SQL
- Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, matplotlib, or ggplot
- Relevant coursework in statistical methods, machine learning, programming and data wrangling, data visualization, and advanced quantitative topics
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to connect data insights with business needs
- Good communication skills for presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
The J.M. Smucker Co. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are described as strong, with a company 401(k) match, immediate vesting in some materials, and access to an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. These elements contribute to a favorable view of total compensation value.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave for all parents and on-site childcare at key locations signal a family-forward approach. Additional supports such as adoption assistance and pet-related leave reinforce this emphasis.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, seasonal compressed schedules, and flexibility options are highlighted across materials. The ability to start with substantial PTO and buy additional time enhances perceived time-off breadth.
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What We Do
Each generation of consumers leaves their mark on culture by establishing new expectations for food and the companies that make it. At The J.M. Smucker Co., it is our privilege to be at the heart of this dynamic with a portfolio that appeals to each generation of people and pets with products found in 90 percent of U.S. homes and countless restaurants. This includes a mix of iconic brands consumers have always loved such as Folgers®, Jif® and Milk-Bone® and new favorites like Café Bustelo®, Smucker’s® Uncrustables® and Rachael Ray® Nutrish®. By continuing to immerse ourselves in consumer and pet parent preferences for food, how it’s purchased and how the companies that make it should operate, we will maintain the important role we play in their lives. This will allow us to continue growing our business and the positive impact we have on all of those who count on us.
