Summer 2027 Mars Snacking Project Engineering Internship
Mars · Hackettstown, NJ · 1 wk ago
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About the role
As a Mars Snacking Project Engineering Intern, you will gain exposure to the following areas:
- Project lead or team member for a continuous improvement and/or growth project in a Chocolate, Gum/Mints, Fruity Confections, or Salty factory (manage scope / schedule / budget). Examples include:
- Lead a cross functional team for the design of a Food Processing improvement project.
- Act as the project lead for the upgrade of an air handling system for M&M’s.
- Investigate sugar buildup in a key operations unit, identify the source, and create a plan to resolve.
- Develop ways to reduce waste in packaging and processing systems for Pringles.
- Study and compile data to inform best design for new cooling tunnel installation.
- Work with contractor groups to organize, plan, and execute demolition, installation and/or commissioning relevant to project scope.
- Develop key competencies in Drives for Results, Action Oriented, and Builds Networks in preparation for a possible future career in Engineering at Mars.
Responsibilities
- Manage project scope, schedule, and budget as a project lead or team member.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement process improvements.
- Investigate operational issues, identify root causes, and develop resolution plans.
- Analyze data to inform engineering decisions and project designs.
- Coordinate with contractors for demolition, installation, and commissioning activities.
Requirements
- Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Food Process Related Engineering majors.
- Internship eligibility: summer prior to final graduation date.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future work status authorization or visa sponsorship.
- Employment contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening.
- Responsible for personal transportation to and from work site during the internship.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Fun freebies and pet-friendly offices.
Schedule
10–11-week summer program.
Locations
- Hackettstown, NJ
- Gainesville, Georgia
- Elizabethtown, PA
- Cary, NC
- Albany, GA
- Cleveland, TN
- Chattanooga, TN
- Burr Ridge, IL
- Cincinnati, OH
- Topeka, KS
- Kansas City, KS
- Yorkville, IL
- Jackson, TN
- Henderson, NV
- Waco, TX
- Salt Lake City, UT