R&D Co-op

Rich Products Corporation • Buffalo, NY

4h • $24 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family. Purpose Statement Rich’s currently has a great opportunity for a Food Science Co-op, for 12 months, starting in spring 2026. This position is in the Research & Development department, located in Buffalo, New York. This opportunity will allow you to work in our TCCS business (Toppings, Icings, Fillings, Glazes and f'real). In this role, you will utilize your fundamental food science and scientific methodology skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop formulations and process solutions. Projects range from low to high complexity and can include interaction with other global R&D technical associates, suppliers and customers. This opportunity is available to a student who wants to take on new challenges and seeks to gain a practical knowledge of food science and engineering through hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's/undergraduate or master's degree program in food science or food engineering.
• Efficient in PC/Internet skills, (e.g. Microsoft Office).
• Ability to create flow diagrams and spreadsheets.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with baked goods, dairy and/or emulsion type food products preferred.
• Stat and Stat software knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document and validate product/process interactions in collaboration with global scientists and engineers.
• Work in the pilot lab/wet lab and operate equipment to make various product samples.
• Conduct routine analytical and performance evaluations accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a lab notebook by recording results and completing data analysis.
• Organize and prioritize tasks related to project work.
• Summarize results in technical reports when asked and assist in the interpretation of data from experiments/analysis.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern