Food Microbiology Intern - Summer 2025

WHO WE ARE

          We are a company where people matter. 

          We are family driven. 

          We are financially strong.

          And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.  

OPPORTUNITY

The primary purpose of this position is to gain practical work experience in the food industry while being assigned a specific project(s) pertaining to the food industry or working with personnel within the assigned region. Focus will pertain to food safety and quality from a microbiological perspective, troubleshooting product and environmental contamination and associated risks. This may include analysis of microbiological testing results, inspection of equipment and facilities, organizing in person and remote communication, and more as assigned.

This position will extend from June until August and will work on-site at Dairy and Food Customers 40 hours per week. The role will require flexibility to work off-shift hours, as needed. Overnight work could be frequent.

As a Food Group Intern, primary responsibilities include:

• Perform CIP validations at various food and dairy customer facilities. 
• Analyze wash cycles at various food customers and provide recommendations for time, cost, water, and chemical savings
• Assist with preparing written service / usage reports as requested by customers/managers.
• Assist with providing continuous profit improvement opportunities for customers.
• Provide a thorough, timely analysis for assigned daily, weekly, or monthly projects/tasks that relate to the intern’s area of study. 
• Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality and uphold the professional culture of Hydrite.
• Perform all relevant duties as outlined by your supervisor and all other duties to be assigned.
• Complete a thorough report at the conclusion of the internship program to include a summary of all training projects assigned, learning objectives completed (and those not completed) and how the internship can prepare the intern for a career in the industry. Intern should be prepared to demonstrate their accomplishments in front of Hydrite management at the conclusion of the internship.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• This position reports to the Regional Manager or Program Manager for the assigned region.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL CRITERIA

• Currently enrolled in accredited university in pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or closely related major.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word and Excel required.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Good presentation skills preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills preferred.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k, lunch & learns, 2-day All-Day Intern Event, summer picnic, paid volunteer events.

WHY HYDRITE?  

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