Innovation Intern - 2027
About The Position
The Innovation Department Intern gains hands-on experience supporting projects and initiatives across the department’s core functional areas while developing technical and professional skills. The department provides technical leadership, scientific expertise, and business partnership in support of product quality, uniformity, service, food safety, regulatory compliance, sustainability, and customer success. Its areas of focus include Research & Development, Food Safety, Regulatory Affairs, Site Quality Management, Corporate Quality Systems, and Sustainability. The intern also supports the Mission and Motto and Food Safety and Quality Statement of Mennel Milling Company.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Agriculture, Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Regulatory Affairs, or another related scientific or technical field.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to analyze information and solve problems in a structured manner.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Interest in research and development, food safety, quality, regulatory affairs, sustainability, or related technical fields.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos, procedures, and plans; write and complete checklists, basic documentation, and correspondence; and present information or data effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Sound judgment and the ability to recognize and plan for changing work duties and events.
Responsibilities
- Assist department team members with projects, initiatives, and day-to-day activities.
- Support data collection, analysis, organization, and documentation.
- Participate in assigned projects while developing technical and professional skills.
- Assist with preparing reports, presentations, training materials, and other business communications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support departmental and organizational objectives.
- Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation as assigned.
- Participate in meetings, training opportunities, and team discussions.
- Develop an understanding of company operations, products, processes, and customer requirements.
- Follow applicable food safety, quality, regulatory, safety, and company policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate professionalism, initiative, teamwork, and a willingness to learn.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
