Production Tech Intern (Happy Mushroom Co, Pack Intern, Summer 206)
SUMMER 2026
**This internship is hosted by Happy Mushroom Co. and sponsored by the Nevada Career Studio (NCS).
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About Happy Mushroom Co.:
Happy Mushroom Co. is a mission-driven functional mushroom company dedicated to producing high-quality, research-backed mushroom products that support cognitive performance, immune health, energy, and overall wellness. We specialize in cultivating and formulating premium mushroom extracts, including lion’s mane, turkey tail, cordyceps, reishi, and chaga.
Rooted in both traditional wisdom and modern science, our work goes beyond supplements. Our mission is to inspire a more connected, healthy, and vibrant lifestyle—one that empowers people to live more positive and impactful lives while deepening their relationship with nature. We achieve this through intentional sourcing, rigorous quality standards, thoughtful branding and education, and sustainable initiatives integrated throughout our operations.
Internship Description:
The Production Technician Intern will assist our production manager in various roles and projects at Happy Mushroom HQ - warehouse and laboratories. These roles will include assisting in various capacities of production from extraction to packaging to shipping. Throughout the term of the internship, the Production Tech. will gain a thorough understanding of the processes and logistics of running a mushroom extract laboratory, production flows, and the fulfillment aspect of running a (consumer packaged goods) CPG business.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Complete 180 hours of work as an intern (15 hours per week, 9-12 weeks)
- Assisting with and implementing the process of making tinctures and mushroom extract powders from start to finish. This includes learning to use and operate high tech lab equipment under supervision - ex: ultrasonic extractor, autoclaves, and freeze-dryers.
- Mixing, packaging and labeling products to be put into inventory.
- Stocking materials and running inventory.
- Cleaning of equipment and workspaces.
- Packing mail-orders to be shipped out to customers.
Goals and Expectations of the Intern:
- To show up every day on time in order to fulfill the weekly production schedule.
- To wear proper PPE whenever necessary throughout the workday.
- To have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- To be able to work well under supervision and clear direction from the supervisor.
- Desire to work in a laboratory/warehouse environment.
Required Qualifications:
- Must be a degree-seeking undergraduate OR graduate student at the University of Nevada, Reno after the Spring ‘26 semester
- Spring ‘26 or earlier graduates are not eligible for the Wolf Pack STEM Internship Program
- Student must be enrolled in a major or minor program in the following colleges:
- Agriculture, Biotechnology, and Natural Resources (CABNR)
- Business
- Engineering
- Science
- Public Health/Orvis
- Detail oriented and good organization skills.
- Able to stay alert and focused for extended periods of time.
- Able to follow instructions and SOP's - including the ability to learn how to safely run laboratory
- equipment.
- Physically capable to perform manual tasks throughout the workday.
- Competent and coordinated when using fragile materials and equipment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in chemistry or a related field.
- Experience working in a lab.
- Interest in mushrooms and/or functional mushroom products.
Desired Schedule for Intern:
Weekdays between the hours of 8am and 2pm.
This internship requires interns to complete 180 hours during their internship. It is the intern’s responsibility to ensure this requirement is met.