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: 100% on –site 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:
A Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing in school with requisite educational experience in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or related field
A well-rounded skill set including strong time-management, communication, teamwork skills, and a strong chemistry and mathematics background
General laboratory experience and aseptic technique practices
Application Period:
Application period closes on November 6th, 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
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
Compensation range: $21.50/hr- $25.00/hr
**Actual hourly rate is determined based upon the year of college that will be completed at the start of the internship**
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.
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
- Sophomore, junior, or senior standing in college at the start of the internship
- Educational experience in microbiology, biology, food science, or a related field
- Strong time-management, communication, and teamwork skills
- Strong chemistry and mathematics background
- General laboratory experience
- Experience with aseptic technique practices
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.
