R&D Lab Intern/Part time (Food Science / Chemistry Major)

PERFORMANCE LABS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

PERFORMANCE LABS PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks a motivated intern to support the R&D team in food science or chemistry.

This role offers practical lab experience in product development and scientific research for students passionate about nutrition. You will work with R&D on formulations, assist with samples and sensory tests, document procedures and results, and review literature via Google Scholar and Elsevier.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related undergraduate program.
• Foundational knowledge in food science or chemistry.
• Interest in nutrition and dietary supplements.
• Familiar with lab safety and basic experimental protocols.
• Proficient in Excel and Google Workspace; comfortable with scientific databases.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with R&D staff on ongoing formulations and research tasks.
• Assist with product development activity, including sample preparation and sensory evaluation.
• Help document experimental procedures, observations, and results with accuracy.
• Conduct scientific literature reviews using academic and technical databases (e.g., Google Scholar, PubChem, Elsevier).
• Compile scientific evidence to support product claims, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Support lab operations such as hygiene, equipment maintenance, and raw material inventory management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent

Team collaboration

Lab safety

Documentation

Education

Undergraduate program in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related

Tools

Excel

Google Workspace

Scientific databases (Elsevier, Google Scholar, PubChem)

Job description

Reports To: Manager of Product Development and Formulation

Classification: 16 hours/week (part-time) or full-time availability

Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support our R&D team. This role is ideal for a student majoring in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field who is passionate about nutrition and supplements. The intern will gain practical lab experience and contribute to real product development and scientific research activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with R&D staff on ongoing formulations and research tasks.
• Assist with product development activity, including sample preparation and sensory evaluation.
• Help document experimental procedures, observations, and results with accuracy.
• Conduct scientific literature reviews using academic and technical databases (e.g., Google Scholar, PubChem, Elsevier, etc).
• Compile scientific evidence to support product claims, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Support lab operations such as hygiene, equipment maintenance, and raw material inventory management.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Currently enrolled in a Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related undergraduate program.
• Foundational knowledge in food science and/or chemistry.
• Interest in food, nutrition, and dietary supplements.
• Familiar with lab safety and basic experimental protocols.
• Proficient in: Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive), Scientific databases (e.g., Elsevier, Google Scholar, PubChem)
• Strong attention to detail, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.