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*Future Opportunities Intern Laboratory Operations (Summer 2026)** * * * * Location: *Hershey, PA * Duration: *Summer 2026 The Hershey Company is seeking a summer intern to support the Analytical Chemistry and Microbiology areas. This position will require working in the Technical Center. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain meaningful experience in the Food Safety and Food Quality functions. * _Overview of Internship and Potential Projects_* * Food Chemistry* * Sample preparation * Support manufacturing/innovation projects through benchtop chemistry testing * Document results into database * Complete chemical inventory – add inventory to new database * Food Microbiology* * Media preparation * Manufacturing/innovation project sample preparation * Result entry into LIMS database * _Required Skills_* * Strong analytical skills, problem solving skills and excellent interpersonal skills * Verbal and written communication skills are critical in this assignment * Strong computer skills * Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Excel * Able to effectively address all levels within the organization * Strong influencing and leadership skills with the ability to challenge decisions and facilitate change * Exemplary organizational skills * Ability to respond to a diversity of requests * Ability to work in a team environment and be able to assist in different areas where needed * Must be detailed oriented * Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment * The successful candidate must be capable of working independently after receiving direction * Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) while working in the production and office areas * _Requirements_* * Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program * Preferred declared majors are food science, chemistry, biology, or a similar discipline * A minimum overall GPA of 2.8 is required, an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred * Reliable transportation * Please be advised that The Hershey Company welcomes all applicants to internships. However, Hershey will not provide immigration-related support for these internships. * * Hershey also will not provide immigration-related sponsorship (such as H-1B) for entry-level roles should you later apply for one of those roles in the future.* The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans. You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability. You can request an accommodation via phone or email. To request an accommodation via phone, please call +1 877-804-1794 and leave a voicemail with your contact information. You may also email a request for accommodation to [email protected]. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Needed” in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.