Bev QA R&D Co-op: Lab Testing & Brewing Quality

Boston Beer Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston Beer Company is seeking a motivated Co-op to join our Research & Development Quality Assurance team in Jamaica Plain, MA. This 6‑month full‑time, on-site role supports lab testing, data entry, and GMP compliance while learning fermentation science and brewing quality.

You'll gain hands-on experience with laboratory testing, daily samples, and cross-functional quality initiatives under supervision from the R&D QA Manager and team. This program runs January 4, 2027 through June 25, 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Brewing, or related field.
• Previous co-op experience or coursework involving wet laboratory techniques.
• Must remain enrolled in school after the co-op.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel.
• Able to stand for extended periods and work safely in lab/brewery environments.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on in-process and finished beverages (cell counting, fermentation tracking, chemical analysis).
• Collect and analyze daily production samples to ensure quality.
• Support package quality testing for product consistency.
• Maintain laboratory organization and daily readiness.
• Assist with data entry and quality database reporting.
• Participate in GMP audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with brewing and quality teams; communicate results to stakeholders.
• Contribute to special quality projects and initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Laboratory safety mindset

Education

Chemistry

Biology

Food Science

Microbiology

Chemical Engineering

Brewing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Boston Beer Company is seeking a motivated Co-op to join our Research & Development Quality Assurance team in Jamaica Plain, MA. This 6‑month full‑time, on-site role supports lab testing, data entry, and GMP compliance while learning fermentation science and brewing quality.

You'll gain hands-on experience with laboratory testing, daily samples, and cross-functional quality initiatives under supervision from the R&D QA Manager and team. This program runs January 4, 2027 through June 25, 2027.