Research & Development Intern MD

Tulkoff Foods • Baltimore, MD

9d • $18 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Research & Development Internship position provides an opportunity for science/engineering students who are currently pursuing a life science, engineering degree to get hands on experience working in a fast-paced laboratory setting. The R&D intern will master testing techniques, contribute to improvement projects and learn lean manufacturing practices. The position starts in May, paid working 40 hours per week through August.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a cross-functional team
• Willingness to learn, be mentored, and improve
• Desire to understand and improve current practices
• Focus on timelines and on time completion
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Must be able to work safely with chemicals, biologics and hazardous materials
• Student currently enrolled in classes leading to a bachelor degree in Food Science or a related life science discipline
• Previous experience in lab setting
• General chemistry or greater science knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide testing support for production and projects/experimental work
• Adhere to Good Documentation Practices
• Collaborate with and contribute to project teams
• Specific tasks will be tailored to the R&D intern's experience level and abilities
• A R&D intern works under the close supervision of R&D team and area leadership
• Work closely with R&D and supply team to qualify new ingredients and vendors for cost savings and supply chain relief.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees