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Application Lab Engineering Intern

Canton, OH

$19.25 - $33.50/hr

Networking with leadership, hiring managers, and early career colleagues Internship Assignment: Full Time - Summer 2027 * Start date: 05/17/2027 * Perform metallurgical investigations or failure ...

Metallus

Application Lab Engineering Intern

Canton, OH · On-site

$19.25 - $33.50/hr

Networking with leadership, hiring managers, and early career colleagues Internship Assignment: Full Time - Summer 2027 * Start date: 05/17/2027 * Perform metallurgical investigations or failure ...

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What types of projects and responsibilities can a summer lab intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Summer Lab Intern, you can expect to participate in a variety of hands-on projects that support ongoing research within the lab. Your daily tasks may include preparing samples, conducting experiments under supervision, collecting and analyzing data, and assisting with equipment maintenance. Collaboration is key, as you’ll often work closely with graduate students, technicians, and principal investigators who will guide your learning and help you develop essential lab skills. Interns are usually encouraged to ask questions, contribute to team meetings, and may have opportunities to present their findings. This role offers a great foundation for understanding real-world research environments and can open doors for future academic or professional pursuits in science.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer lab intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Lab Intern, you generally need foundational knowledge in science or engineering, strong analytical skills, and enrollment in a relevant degree program. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, safety protocols, and software tools like Excel or data analysis platforms is often required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and eagerness to learn are key soft skills that help interns stand out. These skills and qualities ensure safe, accurate experimentation, effective teamwork, and meaningful contributions to ongoing research projects.

What is a summer lab intern?

Summer Lab Interns are typically students or recent graduates who work temporarily in a laboratory setting during the summer months. They assist with scientific research, experiments, and data collection under the guidance of experienced lab staff. These internships provide hands-on experience and exposure to laboratory techniques, often helping interns decide on future career paths in science. Responsibilities can vary depending on the lab, but usually include maintaining equipment, recording observations, and supporting ongoing research projects.

What is the difference between Summer Lab Intern vs Summer Research Assistant?

AspectSummer Lab InternSummer Research Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically undergraduate student, some labs prefer coursework in relevant science fieldsUsually undergraduate or graduate students with some research experience
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting, assisting with experiments and data collectionResearch projects, often more independent, supporting senior researchers
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, biotech companiesUniversities, research labs, government agencies

The Summer Lab Intern role generally targets undergraduate students gaining initial research experience, focusing on assisting with lab tasks. The Summer Research Assistant position often involves more independent work and is suitable for students with some prior research background. Both roles are valuable for building research skills but differ in responsibilities and experience level.

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Packaging Engineering Intern- 2027, 6-8 month Co-Op

J.M. Smucker Company

Orrville, OH

$27/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

J.M. Smucker rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 436 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Your Opportunity as a Packaging Intern

As an intern within ourPackaging department, you will leverage the state-of-the-art packaging lab to enable data-based decision making through the use of a variety of test methods. You will contribute to packaging sustainability goals by implementing source reduction/cost reduction on a variety of materials. Collaborate with internal business partners such as Marketing, Procurement, Operations and Creative to enable meaningful packaging improvements visible on store shelves and in the pantry of Consumers.

You will also have the opportunity to improve your technical expertise by completing projects with one of our many manufacturing plants.

Location: Orrville, Corporate Offices

Work Arrangements: Hybrid, 60% in office expectations

Work Schedule: We are looking for students who are available for 6-8 months (from Jan - Aug or May - December), but are open to students who are available for a 3-month summer internship (May - August). Please indicate your availability on the application.

In this role you will:

  • Collaborate with external supply base to bring your ideas to life by identifying structure improvements while evaluating the impact on sustainability, production line efficiency and material cost.

  • Support ongoing material evaluation activities, including data collection and statistical analysis for a variety of packaging types (e.g. rigid containers, closures, flexible films, cartons and corrugated).

  • Complete a variety of packaging test methods and subsequent documentation such as Vibration, Drop, Side Impact, Compression, Tensile and Burst Tests.

  • Maintain technical documentation, including How2Recycle database, pallet patterns, technical drawings and assembly instructions.

  • Support production line assessments of alternative packaging solutions

Examples of Projects:

  • Size and test primary and secondary packaging components for new products

  • Evaluate sustainable packaging material options

  • Paperboard tray redesign (optimization)

  • Label substrate change

  • Portion control sealing optimization

  • Warehouse Pallet Stacking Optimization

What we are looking for:

  • ASophomore, Junior or Senior standing in schoolwith requisite educational experience in Packaging Engineering

  • Awell-roundedskill setincludingstrong time-management, communication, and teamwork skills

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: $22 - $27/hr

**Actual hourly rate is determined based upon the year of college that will be completed at the start of the internship**

  • 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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