Engineering Intern, Summer/Fall 2025 - Orrville, OH & Lexington, KY
Hostess Brands, LLC

Job Info

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Your Opportunity as a Engineering Intern

As an intern within our Corporate Engineering Organization, you will work on a Process Engineering Team supporting Research and Development. You will have the unique opportunity to spend part of the time in our Orrville, OH R&D offices and then the second half of your time in our Lexington, KY R&D facility. You will work on research projects that involve designing and executing experiments in the laboratory and pilot plant, develop and conduct tests to evaluate potential processing changes, or prove out new process technology for new products and equipment. You will have the chance to lead your own projects while also exposing broader company initiatives.

Location: 3-4 months (May - August) at the Corporate Office in Orrville, OH and 3- months (September - December) at our Lexington, KY R&D Office

Work Arrangements: Hybrid, 60%-100% in office expectations

In this role you will:

• Partner closely with scientists, engineers, and technicians to complete multiple projects, analyze data, and present results to company leadership.
  

• Apply fundamental engineering principles to design and conduct experiments on pilot scale manufacturing equipment and analytical instruments.
  

• Interface as needed with equipment suppliers, manufacturing facilities and cross-functional business partners to achieve project goals.
  

• Develop foundational knowledge as an engineer in the food industry, with a focus on optimizing processes, equipment, and finished product attributes.
  

What we are looking for:

• A Freshman,Sophomore or Junior standing in schoolwith requisite educational experience inChemical, Mechanical, or Food Engineering
  

• Awell-roundedskill setincludingstrong time-management, the ability to work flexible/varied hours(some overtime may be needed), comfort in working in a laboratory, pilot plant, and plant environments and the ability to commit tomultiple rotations at a variety of locations (including plants) throughout your academic career
  

Application Period:

• Application period closes on November 1st, 2024
  

Why the J.M. Smucker Company's Internship Program is Right for You

Looking fora world-class internship programat a Fortune 500 company?At Smucker, we're committed to offering youthat world-class experience andthe opportunity to:

• Learn:Realize your potential in a collaborative, supportive environment whereyou'repart of the Smucker Family andchallenged to be your best.
  

• Grow:Receive hands-on training from a dedicated mentor and connect with peers and leaders acrossour Company.
  

• Lead:Contribute to high-profile projects that support ourstrategic priorities along with opportunities to get involved in many ways including our continued progress on the journey to become the organization we expect to be on inclusion, diversity and equity. We firmly believe thatan inclusive environment and diverse organization strengthens our Company and enables every employee to reach their full potential.
  

Beyond the purposeful work you'll be doing each day, we offer a wide variety of perks to help make your experience a memorable one. Examples include:

• Unique opportunities to network and engage with company leadership
  

• Participate in tailored professional development sessions
  

• Take part in networking events and outings with fellow interns
  

• A fully equipped fitness center with a basketball court, indoor walking track and rec league sports
  

• The Orchard, our gourmet cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, with specials derived from seasonal and local ingredients
  

• A competitive compensation package and paid corporate holidays
  

• Employee discount at our Company Store
  

• Housing stipend for those relocating for their internship
  

Learn more about working at Smucker:

• Our Internship Program
  

• Our Thriving Together Philosophy Supporting All Impacted by Our Business
  

• Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity
  

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