Food Group Intern (Summer 2026) at Hydrite in Visalia, CA

Summary: Hydrite Chemical Company is a family-driven, financially strong organization that values problem-solvers. The Food Group Intern role is designed to provide practical work experience in the food industry, focusing on chemical sanitation solutions and project work that enhances productivity and profitability. Responsibilities: - 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 Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in accredited university in pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree - Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word and Excel - Must be a self-starter - Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English Preferred Qualifications: - BS Degree in Food or Dairy Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry or Chemical Engineering - Good presentation skills - Demonstrated leadership skills Required Skills: Food, Dairy Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering Important Skills: CIP validations, Data analysis, PowerPoint, Word, Excel Nice-to-Have Skills: English proficiency, Leadership skills Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Competitive pay, Professional development workshops & training, In-person networking opportunities with leadership and peers, Hands-on project experience with real business impact, Paid volunteer time, Company-sponsored events and activities, Potential for full-time opportunities upon graduation, Summer Kick-Off Event: A two-day introduction with plant tours, leadership Q&A, team-building, and networking with interns and co-ops across Hydrite., Learning Opportunities: Development sessions on DISC, career pathing, and soft skills, plus a 2-day showcase to present your projects to leadership.