Your Opportunity as a Research & Development Intern

As an intern within our Research and Development organization you will have the opportunity to independently manage and conduct all technical functions of a small research project, as well as analyze data and report on key findings.

Location: Orrville, Corporate Offices

Work Arrangements: Hybrid – 75% -100% onsite expectations

In this role you will:

• Apply product development methodologies and scientific method to organize and execute one or more of the following project types through independent or teamwork: new product development initiative(s), analytical method development, or cost savings initiative.

• Maintain thorough lab records with hypotheses, protocols, results and next steps

• Maintain clean and organized laboratory work environment

• Work and communicate effectively and productively with peers and project teams

• Provide support to other team project trials or start-ups, training other team members or locations on new lab methods/SOPs, and participate in team meetings and ideations

What we are looking for:

• A Sophomore or Junior standing in school with requisite educational experience in Food Science or related field

• A well-rounded skill set including strong time-management, ability to keep detail-oriented records, proven leadership abilities, good organization, and project management skills

Application Period:

• Application period closes on November 1st, 2025

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

• Employee discounts at our Company Store

• 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.

Learn more about working at Smucker:

• Our Internship Program

• Delivering on Our Purpose

• Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All

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