Pizza Product Dev Intern — Summer 2027

CJ Schwan's; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s is offering a 12-week Summer 2027 Product Development Intern program in Salina, KS. This internship provides hands-on experience with real-world pizza projects, collaboration with food scientists, and opportunities to learn from company leadership.

You will contribute to new product development, testing, and process improvements while following safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a Food Science-related bachelor’s degree, with strong analytical and

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program (Food Science or related field) with anticipated graduation date Dec 2027 or May 2028.
• GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Foundational understanding of food science, product development, food safety, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Partner with food scientists to develop pizza-related products and improve processes.
• Prepare experimental formulas and processing techniques with guidance.
• Collect data, record observations, and document test results for decision-making.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Written communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Statistical software

Job description

CJ Schwan’s is offering a 12-week Summer 2027 Product Development Intern program in Salina, KS. This internship provides hands-on experience with real-world pizza projects, collaboration with food scientists, and opportunities to learn from company leadership.

You will contribute to new product development, testing, and process improvements while following safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a Food Science-related bachelor’s degree, with strong analytical and