R&D Food Science Placement Year — 12 Months

McCain Foods Limited; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Excellent salary sacrifice pension

25 days annual leave

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Volunteer day

Hybrid working

Job summary

McCain Foods Limited in Scarborough is offering a 12‑month R&D Food Science placement for 2027–2028. You’ll join a global R&D team, work on development projects and ingredient evaluation, and gain hands‑on experience in a leading frozen foods company.

You must be in a Food Science degree, capable of a July 2027 start, and committed to a 12‑month placement (July 2026–June 2027). This role emphasizes collaboration and practical learning.

Qualifications

• Currently studying a relevant degree in Food Science or equivalent.
• Full clean driving license.
• Have a passion and interest in food.
• Seeking a 12-month placement year (which will run from July 2026 to June 2027).
• Must be available to start early July.
• And of course, a love of potatoes.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D projects and ingredient evaluation as part of the team.
• Participate in development activities and shelf-life/taste studies.
• Build networks with interns and McCain colleagues during the placement.

Skills

Food science interest

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Pursuing degree in Food Science (sandwich year)

Job description

McCain Foods Limited in Scarborough is offering a 12‑month R&D Food Science placement for 2027–2028. You’ll join a global R&D team, work on development projects and ingredient evaluation, and gain hands‑on experience in a leading frozen foods company.

You must be in a Food Science degree, capable of a July 2027 start, and committed to a 12‑month placement (July 2026–June 2027). This role emphasizes collaboration and practical learning.