Chemistry Intern: Food Quality & R&D (On-site)

McKee Foods Corporation; Collegedale (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

401(k) with matching contributions

Credit Union

Exercise and recreation facility

Job summary

McKee Foods Corporation in Collegedale, TN, is seeking a Chemistry Intern to join our Corporate Research and Development team. You will gain hands-on experience in food analysis and quality testing, working with seasoned chemistry and food technology professionals in a real-world manufacturing setting.

This internship offers exposure to food safety, regulatory compliance, and the application of chemistry in production.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in BS/MS in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science/Technology or related field.
• Sophomore, Junior, Senior or Graduate Student.
• Enrolled in or completed Quantitative Analysis and/or Organic Chemistry I/II or equivalent biology courses.
• Proficient with Word/Excel and documenting procedures clearly.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples in a laboratory setting.
• Perform calibrations and maintain lab equipment.
• Document and report analytical and quality test results.
• Support food safety and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Learn and apply chemistry techniques used in food manufacturing.

Skills

Lab techniques

Documentation

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

BS/MS in Chemistry/Biology/Food Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

McKee Foods Corporation in Collegedale, TN, is seeking a Chemistry Intern to join our Corporate Research and Development team. You will gain hands-on experience in food analysis and quality testing, working with seasoned chemistry and food technology professionals in a real-world manufacturing setting.

This internship offers exposure to food safety, regulatory compliance, and the application of chemistry in production.