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Food Developer Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Battle Creek

AI generated summary

  • You should be a current Bachelor’s or Graduate student in a related field, with strong interest in food development, excellent communication skills, and a self-starter attitude. Culinary experience is a plus.
  • You will manage innovation projects, support ideation and experimentation, ensure compliance, improve products, document processes, and develop prototypes while collaborating with various teams.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s (Sophomore, Junior or non-graduating Senior status) or Graduate program in Food Science, Food Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong interest in food development and innovation.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.
  • Experience in processing equipment, ingredients, flavors, emerging technologies development, or commercial scale-up in food industries a PLUS
  • Culinary degree or experience in culinary arts a PLUS

Responsibilities

  • Exploring New Opportunities: Collaborate with marketing and insights to identify, frame, and pilot new business opportunities across our portfolio of well-loved brands.
  • Project Management: Design, develop, organize, and manage innovation and renovation projects while ensuring precise and appropriate documentation.
  • Innovation Support: Participate in ideation sessions and bench-top experimentation to support the development of new ideas and effectively communicate these concepts.
  • Compliance Assistance: Support labeling, nutritional, regulatory, quality, and food safety efforts.
  • Product Improvement: Evaluate ingredients and processing techniques to identify and commercialize product improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
  • Experimentation: Design, plan, and execute experiments for bench-top, pilot plant, and plant trials, gather and analyze data, document and report results, and make recommendations.
  • Startup Support: Ensure successful startups of new products, product improvements, cost reductions, and changes in ingredients, formulas, specifications, or processes.
  • Documentation: Document all work according to guidelines and provide timely project reports to ensure good communication of project status, progress, issues, and timelines.
  • Prototype Development: Prepare prototype products to the design brief and lead our business partners through effective food reviews.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is a 12-week commitment starting in May 2025.

Where is the internship located?

The Food Developer Intern position is based in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, this internship is a paid position.

How many days a week is the intern expected to be in the office?

The role requires 2-3 days per week in the Battle Creek, MI office.

What educational background is required for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s (Sophomore, Junior, or non-graduating Senior status) or Graduate program in Food Science, Food Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Are there any preferred experiences for applicants?

Yes, experience in processing equipment, ingredients, flavors, emerging technologies development, or commercial scale-up in food industries is a plus. A culinary degree or experience in culinary arts is also a plus.

What skills are essential for a successful internship?

Essential skills include a strong interest in food development and innovation, excellent communication and presentation skills, ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively, and being a self-starter in a fast-paced environment.

Will there be opportunities to collaborate with other teams?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to collaborate with various teams, including marketing, insights, and supply chain, on innovative projects.

Is there a sign-on bonus for out-of-area candidates?

Yes, a sign-on bonus may be provided for out-of-area candidates.

What types of projects will the intern be working on?

The intern will work on innovation and renovation projects, participate in ideation sessions, support development of new ideas, and assist with compliance and product improvement efforts.

Our vision is a good and just world, where people are not just fed but fulfilled.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1906
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kellogg Company is a multinational food manufacturing company, known for producing a wide range of popular breakfast cereals, snacks, and convenience foods. Their ultimate goal is to nourish families so they can flourish and thrive. Kellogg's purpose revolves around creating delicious, nutritious, and convenient food products that provide essential nutrients and energy for individuals and families, enhancing their well-being and quality of life. Through their food innovations and responsible business practices, they aim to contribute to healthier lives and communities while minimizing their environmental impact, promoting sustainability, and supporting the global fight against hunger.