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Columbus, Ohio, United States
Onsite
Your Opportunity as an Operations QA Intern
As an intern within Operations, you will work with operating technicians and salaried employees to collect data and learn the manufacturing process to better understand process capabilities for meeting specifications and support grading guidance. You will complete and manage projects, and effectively document and communicate results.
Location: Columbus, GA
Work Arrangements: On-site, 100% in-person expectation
In this role you will:
Work closely with manufacturing technicians on the production floor to collect data and understand manufacturing processes
Prepare standard reports and documentation to communicate results
Collect, analyze, and utilize data to recommend improvements while interfacing with salaried employees and technicians
Develop and update program documentation
What we are looking for:
A rising junior or senior standing in school with requisite educational experience in a science field or engineering – Food Science or Industrial or Chemical Engineering is preferred.
A well-rounded skill set including the ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Must be able to work in both an office and plant environment and comply with all safety procedures
Application Period:
Application period closes on November 1st, 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
A competitive compensation package, including paid corporate holidays
Hourly Rate: $21.50-$25.00/hour
**Actual rate depends on year in school
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.
