Product R&D Intern (Summer 2027)

Post Consumer Brands • Lakeville, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Post Consumer Brands is seeking an R&D Intern to join their team for a 13-week internship during Summer 2027. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research, product development, and manufacturing within a dynamic consumer packaged goods organization. Interns will work alongside scientists, engineers, and cross-functional partners to support product innovation, product improvement, and manufacturing initiatives across cereal, peanut butter, and pet food businesses. The internship provides experience in product development, testing, pilot plant trials, and commercialization, aiming to build technical and professional skills for a career in Research & Development.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Biological/Biosystems Engineering, or a related field, with a graduation date of December 2027, Spring 2028, or Summer 2028.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills with an interest in product development, innovation, and manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Previous laboratory, research, manufacturing, or internship experience is preferred.
• Interest in the consumer-packaged goods/manufacturing industry and the desire to start a career with Post Consumer Brands after graduation is strongly preferred.
• Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities for product and process testing.

Responsibilities

• Support product innovation and renovation projects from concept through commercialization.
• Design and execute laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing trials to evaluate products, ingredients, and processes.
• Analyze data and manufacturing performance to identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and product performance.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support product development, scale-up activities, and manufacturing implementation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Subsidized housing
• Relocation assistance for eligible students
• Access to professional development, networking, and social activities throughout the internship
• Exposure to R&D leaders and cross-functional teams
• Opportunity to be considered for future full-time opportunities upon graduation
• Free cereal, oatmeal, milk, coffee

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree