Internship - Research & Development Scientist, Pet Food

General Mills, Inc.; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing support

Total Rewards package

Job summary

General Mills의 애완동물 식품 부문에서 10주간의 연구개발 인턴으로서 경력을 시작하는 기회를 찾습니다. 실무에서는 데이터 분석과 실험 설계, 디지털 도구 활용을 통해 제품 개발의 깊이를 넓히고, 트랜스버스 협업으로 프로젝트를 성공으로 이끕니다.

민영과 같은 환경에서 학문적 지식과 비즈니스 감각을 함께 발전시키며, 조기 리더십과 학습 의지를 갖춘 지원자를 선호합니다. 맥월스 Minneapolis에서의 현장 근무와 ITQ 문화에 참여합니다.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a MS or PhD in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition or related degree; graduating Winter 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Strong academic record and ability to develop technical and business skills.
• Demonstrated leadership in academic projects or prior work.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create new products with consumer-first design.
• Improve existing products and optimize formulas for pet and pet parent appeal, manufacturing, and cost.
• Leverage animal science knowledge to develop remarkable products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to build and grow our businesses.

Skills

Data analysis

Project management

Collaboration tools

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Education

MS/PhD in Animal Science or Animal Nutrition

Tools

Digital tools

Job description

회사 개요 우리는 전 세계가 사랑하는 식품을 만들기 위해 존재합니다. 하지만 우리는 그 이상을 합니다. 우리 회사는 선한 영향력을 발휘하는 것을 최우선으로 하는 곳이며, 매일매일 배움을 확장하고 새로운 시각을 탐구하며 새로운 가능성을 재창조하는 공간입니다. 우리는 서로에게 도전하고 성장할 수 있는 대담한 사고를 가진 인재, 즉 최선을 다할 수 있는 인재를 찾습니다. 식품 분야의 확고한 리더가 되기 위해, 우리는 끊임없이 다음을 향해 도전하는 사람들과 함께합니다.

Internship - Research & Development Scientist, Pet Food General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash itsscaleand stand for good. General Millsoperatesin more than 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, includingCheerios, Nature Valley, Blue Buffalo, Häagen-Dazs, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Totino’s, Annie’s, Wanchai Ferry and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, General Mills generated fiscal 2026net sales U.S.$18billion.

The General Mills Research & Development Internship is a great way to kick-off your career. You will build broad experience in technical foundations, functional depth, and professional development. You'll develop and enhance your digital skills, gaining experience in data analysis, project management, and/or collaboration tools. The internship allows candidates to demonstrate leadership, embrace a learning mindset, build a strong network of peers, develop business context, and learn the General Mills and Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ) culture.

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT AT GENERAL MILLS?

WHAT WILL I DO?

As a Research & Development Scientist, Pet Food Intern, you will experience a robust 10-week internship with hopes that you’ll roll into our full-time R&D Leadership Development Program upon graduation. During your internship you will:

• Create new products with an emphasis on consumer-first design
• Improve existing products and optimize formulas for pet and pet parent appeal, manufacturing, and cost
• Leverage knowledge of animal science/nutrition and ingredient functionality to develop remarkable products
• Create new, improve existing, and eliminate waste from products and processes
• Champion food safety, pet safety, pet parent insights, and product quality from product design through production
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to build and grow our businesses
• Develop a sound understanding of pet food product development, formulation, and technical considerations through the execution of experiments and pilot plant trials
• Leverage pet, pet parent, and customer insights and translate them into concepts, prototypes, and commercial offerings
• Develop technical depth and business acumen
• Apply or build digital tools to accelerate learning
• Solve technical problems leveraging new or existing digital tools
• Impact people’s and pet’s lives and communities

WHERE WILL I WORK?

James Ford Bell Technical Center in Minneapolis, MN

IS THIS YOU?

Minimum Qualifications: Pursuing a M.S. or Ph.D. in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition or related degree Graduating in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028.

• Strong academic record
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results and a commitment to developing technical and business skills
• Adaptability, curiosity, and inventiveness
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, passion for R&D, enthusiasm, and the ability to conduct themselves professionally
• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic projects, extracurricular activities, or previous work experiences

HUNGRY FOR WHAT’S NEXT?

Internship is 10-weeks in Summer 2027 Relocation assistance (if eligible)

The hourly rate for this position is $31.73/hour. General Mills strives to provide fair and competitive pay that reflects your skills, experience, and academic background. The pay for this role considers many factors, including, but not limited to, your degree program, major, and year in school. Beyond a competitive hourly rate, as a GeneralMills intern, you'll gain access to a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall development and wellbeing. This includes partially subsidized housing & relocation assistance (if applicable & requirements are met), a summer of learning and fun featuring networking opportunities with company leaders, comprehensive health benefits, wellbeing resources, and other valuable perks. Specific benefits may vary by role, location, and eligibility requirements.

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

자격 요건 지원자는 만 18세 이상이어야 합니다.

평등한 고용 기회 제공 기업(EOE)

General Mills는 평등한 고용 기회를 제공하는 기업입니다.

자격을 갖춘 모든 지원자는 인종, 피부색, 종교, 신조, 성별, 성적 지향, 성 정체성, 출신 국가, 연령, 장애, 재향군인 여부, 혼인 여부 또는 가족 구성, 공공 지원 수급 여부, 지역 인권 위원회 소속 또는 활동 여부와 관계없이 고용 심사 대상이 됩니다.

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새로운 가능성. 대담한 사고. 진실된 마음. 탁월한 사람들과 함께 탁월한 브랜드를 만듭니다.

General Mills는 전 세계가 사랑하는 식품을 만듭니다. 100여 개 시장에 걸쳐서 우리는 힘을 합쳐 새로운 제품을 개발하고, 혁신을 주도하며, 함께 성장해 나갑니다. 이곳에서 여러분은 선의를 추구하는 기업에서 의미 있는 일을 하며 식품 산업의 미래를 이끌어 나갈 수 있습니다.