Microbiology Internship at Kerry USA
Looking to kickstart your career with a hands-on Microbiology Internship? This exciting internship in USA with Kerry offers an incredible Quality Intern role designed for ambitious students. If you’re searching for an internship opportunity for life science graduates, this program provides real-world exposure in food safety, microbiology, and quality systems—making it a perfect entry into a global Kerry Career.
About Kerry
Kerry is focused on delivering sustainable nutrition with the ambition of providing access to better food for 2 billion people worldwide. The company emphasizes innovation in the food industry, helping customers create more nutritious, tastier, and sustainably produced food. With multiple manufacturing facilities across North America, Kerry offers meaningful opportunities for students through structured internship programs designed to provide real-world exposure and impactful project experience.
Internship Details
- Intern Title: Quality Intern
- Location: Sturtevant, Wisconsin, United States
- Category: Quality
- Job ID: 63283
- Program: Kerry Graduate
Program Overview
The internship is part of an 11-week summer program running from June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026. Interns will gain hands-on experience by working in real roles within the organization. Two positions are available: one in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, and one in Sturtevant, Wisconsin.
Quality Overview
Kerry is committed to:
- Maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
- Producing safe, high-quality food products that meet customer needs.
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Operating in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner.
The Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) function supports and enables these commitments.
Key Responsibilities
- Shadow and collaborate with employees across functional teams.
- Support plant-level processes to ensure production of high-quality food products.
- Assist in overseeing quality control measures.
- Conduct audits and ensure compliance with food safety standards such as HACCP and GMP.
- Demonstrate and uphold Kerry’s core values: Courage, Ownership, Inclusiveness, Open-mindedness, and Enterprising Spirit.
Qualifications & Skills
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related field.
- Expected graduation between December 2026 and May 2027.
- Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills across all organizational levels.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States (no sponsorship provided).
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Willingness to relocate and demonstrate geographic flexibility for the internship.
- Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and technical skills.
Core Competencies
- Hands-on approach with a practical mindset.
- Flexibility, resilience, and openness to feedback.
- Ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams.
- Accountability for assigned work with strong communication skills.
Compensation
- Hourly Wage: $20.00 per hour
- Compensation may vary based on education, experience, certifications, and location.
Application Information
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the 2026 cohort is filled.
- Estimated application deadline: April 1, 2026.
