Research & Development Intern

Bunge • Saint Charles, MO

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About The Position

The R&D Intern will support Bunge operations through internal technical support projects and testing and evaluation of products and processes. The work includes physical, chemical, and sensory testing to investigate or improve product quality, sensory attributes, and functionality. Working with the Bunge North America Oil ITS team, the intern will test and evaluate products and processes in laboratory and factory environments, measure product data, and make recommendations for next-phase improvements or root-cause analysis to support product and process improvements.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in food, ingredients, laboratory, research, processing, or product development environments through coursework, projects, or extracurricular activities.
• Strong general STEM knowledge and a foundation in physics, chemistry, and biochemistry.
• Problem-solving skills and an interest in using data and hands-on learning in a laboratory or processing plant environment.
• Willingness to learn, communicate, discuss and share ideas with peer scientists, and collaborate in a team environment.
• Ability or availability to travel between the Chicago area and St. Louis.

Responsibilities

• Support internal technical projects for Bunge operations.
• Conduct physical, chemical, and sensory testing and evaluation of products and processes.
• Test and evaluate products and processes in laboratory and factory environments.
• Measure product characteristics and data.
• Recommend next-phase improvements or root-cause analyses for product and process improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern