Product Development Internship Program 2026

Ferrara • Chicago, IL

106d • $25

About The Position

We’re looking for current juniors interested in joining our Research & Development team as a Product Development Intern in the summer of 2026. Internships are competitive, 10-12 weeks in length, and will focus on a variety of exciting projects specific to the internship area. Through these projects, mentorship, exposure to leadership, and a final project, you will gain the unparalleled experience for your future career. There is a potential opportunity for full time offers following this internship.

Requirements

• Spring 2027 grad majoring in Chemical Engineering, Bio Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Food Engineering, Food Science, or related fields.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and involvement on campus.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Agile thinker.

Responsibilities

• Work on Lab Development, Pilot Development, and Consumer/Internal Sensory Test as part of an Innovation Project.
• Contribute to the Developer Handbook to support better onboarding of new team members.
• Support ingredient consolidation to address key supply stability issues.

Benefits

• Compensation of $25 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree