Manufacturing Internship Opportunity

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking and Make It Matter! At Mondelēz International, we are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of Makers and Bakers. Joining us at this early career stage in a dynamic and evolving environment will empower you to explore beyond your limits, learn extensively, and foster your growth. We will provide the support you need to excel and encourage you to embrace your true self, bringing enthusiasm and personality. Here, you can share your ideas and showcase your unique flavor. Our organization has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Intern Programs in the US in 2025 by Yello & WayUp and one of the Best Companies for New Graduates by Forbes. Please note, this position is not based in East Hanover, NJ. The available location options for this role include Chicago, IL, Richmond, VA, Portland, OR, and Naperville, IL. As a Manufacturing Intern, you will apply your skills, utilize our systems, and work with a variety of raw materials to help produce the delicious products our consumers cherish. You will take charge of your area of focus, prioritizing the safety of yourself and your team while ensuring the production of highest quality products efficiently within our integrated supply chain. Your internship will concentrate on practical, value-added projects that will provide you with insights into how production operations drive value across our organization. Key Responsibilities: Achieve quality and process engineering targets while being accountable for assigned production line(s). Implement legal and corporate requirements to uphold food safety standards on assigned production line(s). Ensure product quality by conducting tests on raw materials, packaging, and finished products per standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines. Optimize production schedules and collaborate with teams to meet business objectives and implement operational improvements. Lead cross-functional project teams, integrating technical and operational expertise. Analyze and summarize data, generating reports and recommendations for quality enhancements. Oversee corrective and preventive action programs and conduct root cause analysis for quality and operational advancements. Perform allergen validations, cleaning verifications, and coordinate sensory evaluations for assigned production lines. Manage the calibration program for laboratory equipment, including external lab testing and sampling processes. Research and suggest innovative analytical tools and techniques to enhance process reliability. Administer the hold and release protocols for raw materials, packaging, and finished products, addressing serious food safety complaints when necessary. Requirements and Preferred Qualifications: Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial), Biology, Quality, Supply Chain Management, or related fields. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and May 2027. Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa. Ideal Candidate Characteristics: Demonstrated leadership potential through student engagement experiences. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Adaptable, with strong interpersonal abilities and involvement in diverse extracurricular activities. Exhibits a growth mindset, agility, integrity, and a vision for the future. Possesses strong cognitive abilities, including data pattern recognition, and a willingness to learn. Driven, inquisitive, and eager to create a positive impact within the organization. Why choose Mondelēz International? Curious about how your favorite snacks are made? Don’t miss this opportunity! Here are some perks of being a Mondelēz Intern: Subsidized, fully furnished housing for the summer (for eligible interns). Round-trip travel expenses covered at the start and end of the internship. Engaging projects that you will present to leadership. Intern programming, including exciting events and activities throughout the summer. Full-time employment opportunities upon graduation. Compensation: The expected weekly pay for interns ranges from $1,000 to $1,300, varying based on your anticipated graduation date. Compensation rates for summer interns are predetermined and non-negotiable. Business Unit Summary: The United States is the largest market within the Mondelēz International portfolio, boasting a substantial employee and manufacturing presence. Here, we produce beloved household favorites, ensuring consumers have access to the right snack at the right time, crafted the right way. Our corporate offices, manufacturing, and distribution hubs throughout the U.S. enable us to provide iconic brands like Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins, Triscuit crackers, as well as Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products to consumers nationwide. Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your Federal rights related to employment, please refer to the available resources on workplace discrimination.

Created: 2026-03-04