Wonderful Scholar Summer Internship, Microbiologist

  • Intern

Company Description

We are seeking a motivated and responsible Wonderful Scholar for full time 8-week internship. In this position, you will gain hands on professional experience and learn how the department runs.

This position will be based onsite at POM Wonderful located in Del Rey, CA.  This schedule for this internship is Monday- Friday occasionally weekends 40 hours a week.

From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates.

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Compensation: $17.00 

Job Description

Environmental and Water Monitoring Programs

Assists with the Environmental and Water Monitoring Program and prepares samples for 3rd party laboratory testing. Perform in-house testing as needed.

On-Site Micro Testing

Assist in daily micro testing for finished goods and / or raw ingredients, ensuring that the product is in compliance.

Harvest Lot Testing

Assists in collecting samples and preparing them for 3rd party laboratory testing.

Data Entry and Recordkeeping

Logs all testing results in the designated location and communicates results to Microbiologist. Assists in maintaining testing records, including food safety, ingredients, and special project results.

Qualifications

  • Must be Wonderful Scholar enrolled in the College Success program.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Required/Preferred degree in.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-directed and able to work autonomously. 
  • Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
  • COVID vaccination will be required for this position unless candidate has a legally valid exemption.

Additional Information

POM's Dedication to You:

  • Access to a fully equipped On-site Gym
  • On-site subsidized Cafe
  • Opportunities for development and internal mobility
  • Manager and leadership training, biweekly L&OD webinars, and eLearning offerings
  • Companywide problem solving and continuous improvement training
  • Company focus on wellness and health 

POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products including our 100% pomegranate juices, healthy juice blends and teas. We grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality.

POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion company, which also has other No. 1 brands such as Wonderful® Pistachios, FIJI® Water, Wonderful® Halos®, JUSTIN® Wine, and Teleflora®. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

The Wonderful Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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