QA Intern (Food Production - Summer 2027)

JonnyPops•Elk River, MN

9d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The FSQA Intern will gain work experience at a high-growth frozen novelty company in preparation for a future role in Food Safety and Quality Assurance. The role primarily focuses on project-related tasks to improve food safety culture and mitigate food safety and quality risks within production. The intern will learn how food safety and quality principles apply to food manufacturing, work in the manufacturing environment, support the FSQA team, and own projects designed for completion during the internship.

Requirements

Be a rising senior graduating in 2026 or an MS student.
Have reliable transportation.
Be able to travel to the facility in Elk River, Minnesota.
Be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
Demonstrate attention to detail.
Be able to learn quickly and follow instructions while also working independently.
Show curiosity, appreciation for ambiguity, and willingness to embrace a test-and-learn approach to continuous improvement.
Align with JonnyPops' mission to spread kindness.
Demonstrate versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work amid changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Nice To Haves

Preferred majors include Industrial and Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Food Science.
Previous experience with hazard analysis and risk assessment.
Coursework or experience in statistical analysis and process-capability studies.
Foundational knowledge of food safety and food hygiene.
Foundational knowledge of biological, chemical, and physical food hazards.
Experience with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) concepts.

Responsibilities

Learn and apply principles of Food Safety and Quality as they relate to food manufacturing.
Become immersed in the food manufacturing environment, identify areas for improvement, and participate in identifying appropriate solutions.
Assist the Food Safety and Quality team in streamlining daily tasks as needed.
Use the FSQA team's expertise to deepen understanding of food safety principles and build relationships that support project completion.
Own and drive assigned projects designed to be completed during the internship.