Summer 2026 R&D Intern
About The Position
Primary Duties / Responsibilities: Learn about DFA and the different careers within the Food Industry Assist with the development of new products, improvement of existing products, maintenance of cost-effective formulations, and timely resolution of technical service issues related to Fluid, Cultured, and Frozen Dairy Products Complete Laboratory testing and Conduct Pilot Plant trials Research, design, propose, and complete a summer project aligned with the candidate's interests. Project work will include collaborating with suppliers, sales, and/or marketing to design a new product that aligns with potential business opportunities.
Requirements
- Will have completed at least their sophomore year of an undergraduate program and at most have recently completed an undergraduate degree.
- Desired Degree Focus: Food Science
- Also acceptable: Culinology, Biological Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology
Responsibilities
- Learn about DFA and the different careers within the Food Industry
- Assist with the development of new products, improvement of existing products, maintenance of cost-effective formulations, and timely resolution of technical service issues related to Fluid, Cultured, and Frozen Dairy Products
- Complete Laboratory testing
- Conduct Pilot Plant trials
- Research, design, propose, and complete a summer project aligned with the candidate's interests. Project work will include collaborating with suppliers, sales, and/or marketing to design a new product that aligns with potential business opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Food Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
