R&D Food Science Co-op - Spring Term

Campbell's; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell Soup Company in Camden, NJ is offering a 6-month co-op on the Research & Development team, starting January 11, 2027 and ending June 25, 2027. You'll work 40 hours weekly on critical product projects across iconic brands, with mentorship and hands-on opportunities in bench-top development, tastings, and scale-up testing.

Applicants must be full-time undergrad or grad students in Food Science or related fields, returning to school after the co-op, with a GPA of 3.0+ and ability

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a Food Science or related program.
• Must be returning to school for at least one semester after the co‑op session.
• Must have completed at least one semester of core Food Science or related classes.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Must be able to commute to Camden, NJ office 5 days a week.
• Must be willing to handle all food types including allergens.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product development of bench top prototypes in kitchen and commercialization scale-ups in pilot plant.
• Uncover potential solutions to technical challenges through the application of experimental designs and data analysis.
• Participate in and lead product tastings.
• Effectively collaborate with immediate and cross-functional team members.
• Lead a project and present results to the R&D organization upon completion.

Skills

Learn quickly

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Food Science or related program (undergrad/grad)

Job description

Since 1869, we’ve connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover.Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

LOCATION: USA - NJ - Camden

_ Imagine... working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process. We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.

General Summary:

We are currently pursuing creative and energetic students who can bring fresh perspectives to Campbell Soup Company’s existing projects and processes. Specifically, we have 6-month co-op positions (40 hours per week) available on our Research & Development team at our World Headquarters location in Camden, New Jersey, just outside of Center City Philadelphia, PA.

Campbell’s R&D Co-Op Program will provide students with the opportunity to launch their careers through challenging projects on classic brands including Swanson, Campbell’s Condensed and Ready-to-Serve Soups, Pace, Prego, V8 Beverage, Food Service, Rao’s & Michael Angelo’s, Goldfish, Lance, Snyder’s of Hanover, Snack Factory, Pepperidge Farm, Cape Code, Kettle, and Late July. Students will work alongside team members on critical project initiatives. Team members will provide students with mentorship and will help them develop key skills that will benefit them over the course of their careers.

Examples of Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct product development of bench top prototypes in kitchen and commercialization scale-ups in pilot plant.
• Uncover potential solutions to technical challenges through the application of experimental designs and data analysis.
• Participate in and lead product tastings.
• Effectively collaborate with immediate and cross-functional team members.
• Lead a project and present results to the R&D organization upon completion.

Start Date: January 11, 2027 | End Date: June 25, 2027

Minimum Requirements:

• The company is only considering candidates who do not, now or in the future, require employer sponsorship to legally work in the United States.
• Full-time undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in a Food Science or related program.
• Candidates must be RETURING TO SCHOOL for at least one semester after the co-op session.
• Candidates must have completed at least one semester of core Food Science or related classes.
• Candidates must demonstrate an ability to learn quickly, work well independently and in a team environment, and can manage multiple projects and tasks.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
• Candidates must be able to commute to Camden, NJ office 5 days a week.
• Willingness to handle all food types including meats and allergens such as soy, wheat, egg, fish, shellfish, milk, nuts, tree nuts.

Working Conditions:

WHQ Office, Research Kitchen, and Pilot Plant. Some travel to manufacturing facilities is possible but not guaranteed. However, students should be willing to travel if the opportunity arises.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.