Operations Intern

Ingredion • Indianapolis, IN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious student to join our R&D team for summer 2027! As the R&D Plant-based Protein Intern , you will support progression of a research project related to plant-based protein ingredient characterization. You will have the opportunity to evaluate functional characteristics of new protein ingredients and relate functionality to food and beverage application utility. This work will also give you the opportunity to include verifying nutritional characteristics including in vitro digestibility as a proxy for protein quality determination!

Requirements

• Progress towards a Bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, or other related engineering field
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment
• Interpersonal, verbal and written technical communication skills, e.g. making presentations and writing technical data/reports
• Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each work day
• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program.
• If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.

Nice To Haves

• Eager to explore careers in the food & beverage industry
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers and others
• Creative problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset
• Desire to see and create results

Responsibilities

• Responsible for personal safety as well as the safety of plant personnel and contractors.
• Support safety, environmental, and quality initiatives, including performing and assisting in investigations & corrective actions
• Ensure workforce compliance with all plant quality procedures and guidelines
• Support plant productivity and production scheduling requirements
• Remove obstacles to help productivity of hourly workforce
• Support maintenance requirements and cost control initiatives
• Identify and execute on improvement projects that impact the hourly workforce position
• Offer new ideas and think outside-the-box
• Ensure team adaptability, flexibility and readiness to change
• Professionally lead and manage production requirements with the hourly workforce
• Create environment conducive to teamwork
• Participate and lead improvement projects
• Support employee coaching and counseling guidelines

Benefits

• Competitive hourly salary based on your degree program.
• Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location
• Internship Program Events & Activities – programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL
• Intern Coaching Program – pairing with a mentor to coach development and integration in Ingredion’s culture
• Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups – the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion’s Inclusion & Belonging strategy
• Employee Recognition Program – a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with a competitive company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern