Dairy Product Development Intern — Innovation & Trials

Agropur; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Relocation assistance (where available

Hands-on project experience

Professional network expansion

Job summary

Agropur in Wisconsin seeks a Product Development Intern to assist in benchtop testing, plant trials, and data-driven product improvements. You will work with a team to plan experiments, analyze results, and help develop new dairy products that meet project objectives.

You're currently pursuing relevant science degrees and bring strong analytical, communication, and collaborative skills. This internship offers hands-on experience in a world-class dairy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Chemistry, Biology, Agricultural Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Interest in research and development, product innovation, and food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support product development projects from benchtop testing through plant trials.
• Assist in planning, executing, and analyzing experiments to support innovation and product improvements.
• Develop, test, and evaluate dairy products to ensure they meet project objectives and performance requirements.
• Document research findings and communicate results with cross-functional teams, including Production, Quality, and Plant Leadership.
• Collaborate with Product Development professionals to understand product development processes, challenges, and best practices.
• Gain exposure to dairy industry trends, regulations, and product innovation initiatives.
• Present project outcomes, recommendations, and key learnings at the conclusion of the internship.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's/Master's in Food Science or related

Job description

Agropur in Wisconsin seeks a Product Development Intern to assist in benchtop testing, plant trials, and data-driven product improvements. You will work with a team to plan experiments, analyze results, and help develop new dairy products that meet project objectives.

You're currently pursuing relevant science degrees and bring strong analytical, communication, and collaborative skills. This internship offers hands-on experience in a world-class dairy manufacturing environment.