Product Development, Intern

McCormick & Company; Cockeysville (MD); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is seeking a Product Development Intern for a 10-week program in Hunt Valley, Maryland. The internship runs June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027, with a 40-hour workweek and a hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities include assisting with flavor development, sample evaluation, and collaboration with beverage and food teams. Applicants should be current undergraduates in relevant science programs and have strong communication and data skills.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment as an undergraduate junior in a relevant program.
• Programs include Food Science, Chemistry, Culinary Science, Nutrition Science or related.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Laboratory or kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and perform basic beverage formulation and scale-up calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily flavor customer support activities including sample preparation, sample evaluation/tasting, data gathering, and shipments.
• Work with internal beverage/food technical team providing hands-on assistance and guidance.
• Collaborate with scientists and technologists to deliver project results timely.
• Projects may include flavor application, prototype formulation, base improvement, bench testing and benchmarking.
• Maintain a clean, safe lab and follow all safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Self-motivation

Organization

Multitasking

Education

Undergraduate status

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is seeking a full-time Product Development Intern in Hunt Valley, Maryland. This is a 10-week internship (June 7th, 2027 - August 13, 2027) which requires 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Launch your career with a Global Leader in Flavor

At McCormick, you'll join us in “Saving the World From Boring Food” and fulfill your desire to be a part of something bigger than yourself. Employees throughout our global corporation are united by two things - a passion for flavor and driving results. People are drawn to McCormick because of a culture that challenges them to reach their full potential.

Our 10 week Summer Internship Program in Hunt Valley, MD allows college students to get a glimpse into what it's like to be a part of the McCormick family - rich in flavor, culture, and employee empowerment .

During your time as an Intern you will sharpen your leadership skills, work on real-world challenges, and collaborate with the best leaders in the industry. You will also have the opportunity to network with executives, participate in social events with other interns, and give back to the community. We are looking for the next generation of problem solvers to drive change within McCormick. Are you up for the challenge?

Pay Range: $20- $22

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates who require visa sponsorship for employment now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

JOB TITLE: Flavor Solution, Beverage Lab Intern

DEPARTMENT: Flavor Application and Creation

LOCATION: 204 Wight Ave. Hunt Valley, MD 21031

START DATE: June 7, 2027

HOURS: Full-time 10-week Program (Hybrid)

Qualifications

• Current enrollment as an undergraduate college Junior student in a relevant academic program.
• Relevant Academic programs include Food Science, Chemistry, Culinary Science, Nutrition Science or other science.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required
• Experience working in a laboratory or kitchen environment preferred.
• Ability to perform data analysis preferred as well as basic beverage formulation and scale-up calculations, preferred.
• Prior exposure to and/or familiarity with food science concepts preferred.
• Ability to work independently, learn new tasks, solve problems, and show strong self-motivation and initiative.
• Demonstrated organization and planning skills, handling details.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment is required.

Description Of Position

• Assist with daily flavor customer support activities including sample preparation, sample evaluation/tasting, data gathering, and sending out shipments.
• Work directly with internal beverage and/or food technical team providing hands-on assistance and project guidance.
• Collaborate with other scientists and technologists to deliver ad hoc project results in a timely manner.
• Projects might include flavor application, prototype formulation, base improvement, bench testing and competitive benchmarking.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly lab, including cleaning equipment, organizing supplies, and following all safety protocols.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.