Future Opportunities Mechanical Engineering Co-Op (Fall 2026) jobs in United States
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The Hershey Company · 1 day ago

Future Opportunities Mechanical Engineering Co-Op (Fall 2026)

positionHershey, PA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad

The Hershey Company is one of the world's largest chocolate manufacturing facilities, and they are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-Op for Fall 2026. In this role, the student will work in an industrial environment, taking on hands-on assignments similar to those of an entry-level engineer, primarily focusing on packaging equipment and collaborating with various engineering disciplines.

ConfectioneryFood and BeverageManufacturingService IndustrySnack Food
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Investigate and troubleshoot problems
Design and optimize processes and equipment
Develop scopes, functional specifications, and cost estimates
Function as project manager by writing and implementing projects
Purchase components and equipment
Coordinate installation work and equipment startups

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringMicrosoft OfficeInteractive skillsAutoCADVerbal communicationWritten communication

Required

Verbal and written communication and interactive skills are critical in this assignment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, etc
Must have completed sophomore year and have a minimum 2.8 GPA
Preferred major is Mechanical Engineering
Must have reliable transportation

Preferred

Knowledge of AutoCAD is useful but not required

Company

The Hershey Company

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The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pa., and is an industry-leading snacks company with a purpose to make more moments of goodness through its iconic brands.
dateFounded in 1894
location
Hershey, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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http://thehersheycompany.com

H1B Sponsorship

The Hershey Company has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (10)
2024 (6)
2023 (7)
2022 (6)
2021 (4)
2020 (11)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.62B
2025-10-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
2025-02-19Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-05-01Post Ipo Debt· $750M

Leadership Team

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Kirk Tanner
Chief Executive Officer
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Michele Buck
President and Chief Executive Officer
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