As a Sensory Intern, you will be responsible for supporting the sensory services department at Schreiber Foods. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, a combination of preparing shelf-life studies, working with sensory software, preparing for customer tasting sessions, and creating test solutions.
This is a year-round, onsite position located at our Home Office in Green Bay, Wisconsin. We ask that an intern can work 12 to 20 hours a week during the semester, and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.
We are anticipating a start date in January 2026.
What you'll do:
Prepare shelf-life samples. Print labels, scoop/measure product into small servings, place on trays, communicate timing to R&D partners.
Compile reports using sensory software. Communicate to R&D team as necessary.
Washing trays, wiping down countertops, and general housekeeping of sensory area. Collaborating with other R&D interns in completing their tasks.
Manage inventory of sensory supplies (cups, lids, crackers, bags, water bottles, utensils). Partner will need to keep track of inventory and request to order more as necessary.
Follow the recipe/formula to create flavor tests solutions (salt, sugar, umami, ect) for sensory trainings.
Assist with preparing customer samples for product cuttings, reviews, and sensory panels.
What you need to Succeed:
Ability to work on-site, year-round in Green Bay, Wisconsin
Interns are asked to work 12 to 20 hours per week during the semester, and 40 hours per week in the summer
Currently actively pursuing a Bachelor’s/master’s degree in a related field such as Business, Human Resources, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Nutrition Sciences, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, Agriculture, Dairy Science, Food Science, etc.
Ability to work independently.
Lead others indirectly and directly,
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving capabilities,
Effective project management skills
Ability to make good business decisions quickly.
Experience with MS Office preferred.
- 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.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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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.
