R&D Product Insights Internship - Summer 2027

Johnsonville•Sheboygan Falls, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Johnsonville will place you, as an intern or co-op student, into a fun and challenging position where you can make real contributions to real projects, applying your knowledge and creativity. In addition to hands-on experience in your field, you’ll have the chance to work with Members from a variety of functional areas, in a team-based work environment and a culture that celebrates growth and learning. We value the enthusiasm, fresh ideas and desire to learn and grow that you’ll bring to the organization. You’ll have a one-of-a-kind experience at Johnsonville and be able to say you helped make a real difference at a great, global company. As a member of the Product Insights team, you will support Research and Development (Product, Process and Packaging Development) under the direction of our Sensory and Applications teams. You will work within Johnsonville's Research and Development group and interact cross-functionally across Johnsonville with Marketing- Food Service and Retail, Consumer Insights, and Food Safety and Quality.

Requirements

Candidate must currently be working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Culinary, Meat Science or Food Science from an accredited university; junior or senior status preferred
3.5 minimum GPA strongly preferred
Have a general understanding of Sensory Science (preferably basic coursework completed)
Have a working knowledge of statistics
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Must maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
Must be at least 18 years old
Be willing to travel to other facilities
Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience preferred
Ability to work off shifts as needed- may require coming in before 8:00am or after 5:00pm depending on customer need

Responsibilities

Plan and carry out sensory product testing activities based on project timelines utilizing internal and external resources.
Leverage competencies to plan and execute on-trend culinary solutions for customers.
Help ensure superior product performance by leveraging your skill sets in food science.
Interpret test results and present to project team.
Assist with on-going sensory tests and product cuttings as needed.
Plan and carry out Johnsonville product showcase for Summer 2027 Intern Group.
Maintain accurate and complete work records such as a notebook and status reports.
Share your ideas, questions, problems, and results with other team members.
Present your summer learnings with team at the end of internship.