Master Data Intern

Location –This is a hybrid role, which means that you will have the flexibility to work both onsite and at a distance. You will collaborate onsite at our Cashton, WI office for 3-5 days per week, and the rest of the time you can choose to work remotely or onsite.
Employee Type – Hourly
Bonus Eligibility – No
Safety Sensitive – No

This internship begins June 1, 2026 and ends August 21, 2026.

If a company is going to make a difference in today’s world, it’s going to have to think differently. At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals and the earth. We’re a mission-driven cooperative, owned by family farmers, and we’ve been leaders in organic agriculture from the very beginning. Once pioneers of organic agriculture, we’re now an established leader. Organic is all we do. We are driven by our mission to promote regional farm diversity and economic stability by the means of organic agricultural methods and the sale of certified organic products.

Summary of Role
The Master Data Intern will support the cooperative’s ongoing data integrity and governance initiatives. This role provides hands-on exposure to SAP S/4HANA, data management workflows, and cross-functional collaboration with departments such as Accounting, Payables/Receivables, Warehouse Operations, Tax, Equity, and Customer Experience. The intern will assist in maintaining accurate and compliant master data records, supporting workflow automation projects, and contributing to process improvement initiatives that strengthen the cooperative’s data foundation. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to learn how business operations and technology intersect within a complex, cooperative environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support master data governance efforts in SAP S/4HANA through collaborative validation and maintenance.
• Assist in reviewing and documenting master data workflows for customers, vendors, farmers, and materials.
• Collaborate with IT and business users to identify and resolve data quality issues.
• Participate in testing and feedback sessions for new automation tools (e.g., Precisely Automate Studio and Evolve, SharePoint).
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives to improve data governance frameworks, increase transparency, and streamline operational workflows.
• Help develop user documentation, training materials, and reporting templates.
• Gain broader exposure to technology operations by rotating through related IT functions such as Application Support, Infrastructure, and Security.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary education with one year or less from graduation required.
• Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or Data Analytics preferred.
• Coursework in data management, business systems, or information technology required.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.
• Ability to prioritize workload and responsibilities effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Interest in organic agriculture, sustainability, and the cooperative business model preferred.

Base hourly wage: $18.00/hour

Hours per week: 40 hours

Internship Program Overview:

• Program concludes after 12 weeks (first week of June start date)
• Furnished housing provided or housing stipend
• Engaging and project-based experiences with a leading organic food brand
• Network and learn from our business leaders in a "Learn The Co-op Series"
• Various intern group events held throughout the summer
• Interns are paid hourly for time worked
• Interns are responsible for transportation to and from work