Operations Intern

Job Description

About The Marzetti Company:

The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) is a prominent manufacturer and seller of specialty food products, dedicated to making every meal better through high-quality, flavorful food. Guided by our purpose “to nourish growth with all that we do,” our team members are passionate about creating great-tasting food and fostering deep, lasting relationships.

Our diverse portfolio includes well-loved retail brands such as Marzetti® dressings and dips, New York Bakery™ garlic breads, and Sister Schubert’s® dinner rolls. We also hold exclusive license agreements with iconic brands, producing their sauces and dressings, including Olive Garden®, Chick-fil-A®, Buffalo Wild Wings®, Arby’s®, Subway®, and Texas Roadhouse® steak sauces and frozen rolls.

Beyond retail, our robust foodservice business supplies a wide range of sauces, dressings, breads, and pasta to many of the top restaurant chains across the United States.

Overview: Summer 2026 Operations Internship Program

Are you a driven student ready to kickstart your career while still pursuing your education? The Marzetti Company invites ambitious individuals to join our immersive Summer Internship Program. This program is meticulously designed to offer more than just resume-building experience; it aims to significantly expand your career possibilities post-graduation.

Our internships provide students with unique, hands-on experiences within their chosen field, alongside valuable insights into other crucial areas of our business. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Operations Intern to join our New York Frozen Foods Team for the summer of 2026. This is an unparalleled opportunity to contribute directly to our operational excellence and gain practical experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Process Learning: Gain an in-depth understanding of the end-to-end production processes within the New York Frozen Foods Team and collaborate effectively with various cross-functional groups to achieve operational goals.
• Improvement Project Leadership: Take ownership of and successfully complete a significant improvement project aimed at enhancing efficiency, quality, or safety within the operations.
• Cost-Saving & Productivity Initiatives: Actively participate in and contribute to cost-saving and productivity-focused projects alongside the Operations team, identifying areas for optimization and implementing solutions.
• Documentation Development: Create and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), detailed process documentation, or One Point Lessons (OPLs) to standardize best practices and facilitate continuous improvement.
• Supervisory Training & Support: Train closely with experienced supervisors, gaining insight into leadership and operational management. Opportunities may arise to cover shifts as needed, providing direct experience in real-time production oversight.
• SAP Consumption Analysis: Monitor and analyze SAP consumption data to understand material usage, identify discrepancies, and uncover areas for improvement in material management and inventory control.

NOURISH YOUR CAREER: What Our Interns Gain

Over the course of our comprehensive 12-week program, Marzetti interns will benefit from:

• Practical Experience: You will be entrusted with meaningful projects, providing real-world responsibilities. We encourage interns to share innovative ideas, directly contributing to the team and gaining relevant, hands-on experience in Operations.
• Professional Development: Expand your professional network by connecting with experienced colleagues, managers, and company leadership. Our program includes social activities, volunteer opportunities, and dedicated development sessions designed to foster growth and mentorship.
• Career Advancement: Outstanding performance throughout the internship, coupled with the company’s ongoing needs, may lead to opportunities for part-time or full-time employment after graduation.

Qualifications:

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Educational Background: Currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate accredited University with a strong academic focus in areas such as Food Science, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Engineering.
• Demonstrated Leadership: Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and exhibit leadership qualities, evidenced through extracurricular activities, previous work experience, or academic projects.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, capable of interacting effectively with diverse groups.
• Problem-Solving Acumen: Demonstrates sound judgment and applies logical thinking to create effective and practical solutions to challenges.
• Curiosity & Initiative: Displays a proactive approach to learning, demonstrating strong curiosity and taking initiative in various tasks and projects.
• Professionalism: Maintains a professional, positive attitude when collaborating with team members and engaging in all work-related activities.
• Team & Independent Work: Possesses the ability to work both independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively as an integral part of a team.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office® applications, with a particular emphasis on strong skills in Microsoft Excel.