Engineering Intern
Summer 2027
About Beech-Nut Nutrition Company…
We are one of America’s leading companies providing nutritious, safe, wholesome foods for babies using real ingredients, gently cooked, with non-GMO, Natural or organic ingredients in almost all our products.
Our work is organized around our mission to Delight Consumers by Conserving the Goodness of Nature. We care deeply about others, the planet, and are empowered to make a difference. We expect, reward and celebrate strong performance.
Our Values…
Our ambition to grow is underpinned by our four core values Create Wow, Everyone Hero, Nourish Others, & Take Responsibility. Our values help us navigate the ever-changing environment in which we operate and ensure we innovate to meet customer needs.
Create Wow ~ Everyone Hero ~ Nourish Others ~ Take Responsibility
If this sounds like a place you want to invest your time, keep reading!
What You’ll Do This Summer…
- The Engineering Internship (Summer 2027) is a 10-12 week paid assignment.
- The internship is designed to provide students with real world experience to support professional development.
- Student would have the opportunity to participate in roundtable discussions, corporate meetings, networking events and/or community activities.
- Internships will involve value added projects with opportunity to interact with various departments to acquire relevant skills.
- Projects would involve applying knowledge to make improvements in an industrial environment.
- Potential for internship to lead to full time employment after graduation!
About the Engineering Team…
The Engineering Team is comprised of technical individuals from various engineering disciplines who work collaboratively to support Beech-Nut Nutrition’s LEED® certified production facility. The team’s core mission is to achieve Reliability Excellence by implementing efficient and effective engineering, maintenance, and operational practices that maximize capacity and productivity. The team works closely with the Supply Chain, Operations and Maintenance Teams to increase reliability processes so we can continue doing what we do best – making high quality, safe, and nutritious foods for babies and toddlers!
About the Work Environment…
This position is located at the Amsterdam, New York LEED® certified production facility. Most job functions are performed in a well-lit, environmentally controlled office environment. The candidate will also be required to work in an environment that requires hairnet, beard cover, safety glasses, hearing protection and lab coat. Restrictions include wearing of jewelry, nail polish and acrylic nails. Other personal protection equipment may be required for certain tasks.
Our Commitment to Safety…
At Beech-Nut we are committed to a strong safety program that protects its staff, its property, and the babies & toddlers we feed. Associates at every level, including management, are responsible and accountable for the company’s overall safety initiatives. Complete and active participation by everyone, every day, in every job is necessary for the safety among all workers on the job site as well as the babies we feed. Management supports participation in the program by all Associates and provides proper equipment, training and procedures. Associates are responsible for following all procedures, working safely, and, wherever possible, improving safety measures. At Beech-Nut, everyone is encouraged to speak up and voice their ideas for improvement or concerns. An injury and accident-free workplace is our goal. Safe, nutritious food is what we do.
Who You Are…
- You have strong interpersonal skills and confidence; ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
- You have exceptional problem-solving skills.
- You have strong influencing, negotiating and conflict management skills.
- You have a strong attention to detail and results orientation.
- You have the ability to manage a dynamic environment with high degree of complexity.
- You have a proactive approach to issue/opportunity identification and resolution.
- You have strong written and verbal communication skills.
- You have excellent collaborative management skills.
- You are committed to making safe food for babies and toddlers.
What You’ll Need…
- Must be registered as a current full-time student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in related field (ex. Packaging Science, Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering).
- Applicant must be authorized to work in the US for the entire duration of the internship.
- Prefer at least 3rd year of study has been completed.
- Must demonstrate a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
- Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook). Above average skills, especially in Excel.
- Conceptual and practical experience with Lean principles a plus.
- SAP program experience.
- AutoCAD experience.
What’s in it for you? Compensation & More…
At Beech-Nut, we are devoted to creating an inclusive culture where our team members are professionally challenged and cared for personally. As a member of the team, you will have access to opportunities for professional development and training, access to our on-site amenities as well as fair compensation and many more perks! We are proud to offer our associates the following:
Rate of Pay: $16.50 per hour and pay is bi-weekly.
Amenities:
- On-site fitness center - (Don’t worry – we have locker rooms and showers!)
- On-site café catered by Mazzone Hospitality - PRIME Business Dining
- On-site Company Store
- A private on-site Mother’s Room to support nursing mothers and pumping needs at work
More Perks!
- Opportunities to volunteer and support the local community
- Company-provided uniforms & PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Safety shoe reimbursement
- Casual dress code
Please note: Qualified applicants will be invited to attend Beech-Nut Nutrition Company’s Intern Open House to be held in early January 2027.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, Beech-Nut Nutrition Company will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Skills Required
- Currently registered as a full-time student pursuing a bachelor's degree in a related field such as Packaging Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
- Authorized to work in the United States for the entire duration of the internship
- At least three years of study completed
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Microsoft Office proficiency, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook; above-average Excel skills preferred
- Conceptual and practical experience with Lean principles
- SAP program experience
- AutoCAD experience
What We Do
Beech-Nut Nutrition Company makes nutritious foods for babies and toddlers, including natural, organic, and non-GMO fruit and vegetable purees, cereals, and snacks. Its products include puree jars, pouches, and toddler snacks. Based in Amsterdam, New York, the company says it is dedicated to championing real food for a healthier world and prioritizes safe, high-quality food for infants and toddlers. Its site supports parents and caregivers through infant feeding stages.
