R&D Intern: Protein Fortification & Microstructure Analysis

Ingredion Incorporated; Finderne (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Internship program events

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated, Bridgewater, NJ, invites motivated students to join the Analytical Characterization & Texture Science team as the R&D Intern, Protein Fortification & Analytical Characterization for Summer 2027. You will contribute to a research project studying pulse proteins and hydrocolloids, using confocal microscopy and data analysis to link microstructure with formulation performance.

You should be pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in a relevant field and have hands-on lab

Qualifications

• Progress towards a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in food science, chemistry, biochemistry, materials science, or related field.
• Completion of laboratory coursework or hands-on laboratory experience.
• Interest in food ingredients, microscopy, material interactions, or analytical science.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and evaluate model food systems containing pulse proteins and hydrocolloids.
• Support confocal microscopy experiments by preparing samples, collecting images, and performing basic analysis.
• Perform complementary laboratory measurements related to product formulation needs - including viscosity, emulsification, and texture.
• Organize and analyze experimental results to identify relationships between ingredient interactions, microstructure, and product performance.
• Maintain clear laboratory records and follow established safety, housekeeping, and experimental procedures.
• Collaborate with scientists and other interns to discuss findings and plan next steps.
• Summarize and present your work and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship.

Skills

Data organization

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in related field

Tools

Confocal microscopy

Data analysis

Job description

Ingredion Incorporated, Bridgewater, NJ, invites motivated students to join the Analytical Characterization & Texture Science team as the R&D Intern, Protein Fortification & Analytical Characterization for Summer 2027. You will contribute to a research project studying pulse proteins and hydrocolloids, using confocal microscopy and data analysis to link microstructure with formulation performance.

You should be pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in a relevant field and have hands-on lab