Research & Development Intern

Mondelez International; New Hanover Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized housing

Roundtrip travel

Projects presented to Leadership

Intern programming

Job summary

Mondelez International is seeking an R&D Intern in East Hanover, NJ to support research, product and process development. You will work with engineers, scientists and nutritionists on real-world projects and gain hands-on experience in food science and technology.

The program lasts 10–12 weeks with mentorship, housing options, and exposure to leadership. A relevant bachelor’s degree track and statistical software skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Food Science or related field.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and May 2029.
• Statistical software experience (MiniTab, JMP, SAS or similar).
• Analytical and computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Work on R&D projects related to product development and process improvements.
• Contribute to quality and consumer science initiatives within a team.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists and nutritionists in real-world projects.

Skills

Python

R

PowerBI

Tableau

PowerApps

SQL

AutoCad

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science (preferred)

Tools

GPROMs

Tableau

AN SYS

Job description

# Research & Development InternR-175411 | East Hanover, New Jersey, United StatesAPPLY NOW## Job Description**Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?****Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Matter.**As an organization we are committed to developing the next generation of Makers and Bakers. Joining us at an early career stage in our fast paced and ever changing environment will enable you to do more, learn more and grow more. You will be encouraged to step outside your comfort zone– you may even surprise yourself! We will ensure you are given the support you need to be at your best and enable you to be yourself and bring passion and personality. Here you can lean in and speak up and bring your own flavor.*Mondelēz International was recognized as one of the Top 100 Intern Programs in the US in 2026byYello &WayUpand one of the Best Companies for New Graduates by Forbes.*Research& DevelopmentIn Research & Development, your skills can be the special ingredient that brings our brands to life. As part of a fantastic team of scientists,engineers,and nutritionists,you’llwork tirelessly on product design or development, process development, quality, nutrition, sensory and food safety aspects to ensure we deliver a consistent, delightful consumer experience. R&Dis whereyou’llturn great ideas into brilliant brands.An internship within the R&Dorganization is a 10-to-12-week assignment providing real-world experiences in areas such as Research, Product Development,Process Development, Quality and Consumer Science* **Research**- Internships consist of working on projects related to the development of technology to enhance existing products or enable future innovation.* **Product Development**- Internshipsgenerally focuson product design to create new or improve existing products or work in other strategic focus areas for the company such as business continuity, sustainability, and Mindful Snacking (well-being).* **Process Development**- Internshipsgenerally focuson the development of methods for converting raw materials into finished products, as well as continuous improvement of* existing processes.* **Consumer Science-**Internships consist of working on projects related to consumer-inspireddesignleveragingsensory and consumer insight tools and applications.* **Quality –**Internships consist of projects that focus on driving the consistency and integrity of our products by ensuring all quality and safety standards are met.* **And other teams within R&D**We are looking for qualified individuals with a desire to work in the food industry and are interested in growing their problem solving and analytical skills in areal-liferesearch and development environment. Leadership, innovativethoughts,anda strong desireto learn are critical tosucceed.Mondelēz International R&D Interns quickly learn through on-the-job experiences and areaffordedthe opportunity to work onsubstantialand meaningful projects that contribute to the business. Interns are provided with a network of mentors,peerand experts to aid in the development of their food technology and professional skills. Each intern isassignedasupervisor whodesignatesprojects and provides guidance. Team building and networking events are held throughout the summer with the intern class. Interns will beassessed,during their internship on overall performance, including functional skills, projectmanagementand personal leadership skills.Requirements and Preferred Qualifications* Pursuing aBachelor’s Degreein: Chemical Engineering(preferred) orFoodScience (preferred) or other related fields.* Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree with a preferred expected graduation date between December 2027and May 2029.* Statistical Analysis (MiniTab, JMP, SAS, or similar statistical software/language)* Analytical and computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)* Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Mondelēz International (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status.Bonus to have experience with:* Digital Tools:* *Python,R,PowerBI, Tableau, PowerApps,Quickbase, ANSYS, GPROMs, SQL,AutoCad, SolidWorks,orothers.** Modelling & Simulation:* *Computational Fluid Dynamics, Finite Element Analysis, Discrete Element Methods, Discrete Event Simulations, Process Modelling, Molecular Dynamics or Reaction Kinetics Modelling, Artificial intelligence, Data Modelling, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, or others.*The ideal candidate displays some of the following characteristics:* Strong leadership potential and student leadership experience.* Excellent communication skills and resilience.* Adaptable, with interpersonal savvy and engaged in diverse extracurricular activities.* Demonstrating a growth mindset, agility, integrity, and a vision for the future.* Strong cognitive abilities, willingness to learn, and data pattern recognition.* Driven, curious, and ready to make a positive impact.Why choose Mondelez International?Ever wondered how your favorite snacks get made?Don’tmiss the chance to find out! Check out some of theperksof being a MDLZ Intern:* Subsidized, fully furnished housing for the Summer (For those who qualify)* Roundtrip travel covered at the beginning and end of the internship* Given value added projects that are presented to Leadership* Intern programming, including events and activities throughout the summer* Full-Time conversion opportunities upon graduationCompensation* The expected compensation weekly payrangesfor interns is $1,103- $1,343based on your expected graduation date.* Compensation rates for Summer Internsispre-determined and non-negotiable.**Business Unit Summary**The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, weproduce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing, and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including*Oreo*and*Chips Ahoy!*cookies,*Ritz*,*Wheat Thins*and*Triscuit*crackers,*Clif*bars and*Swedish Fish*and*Sour Patch**Kids*confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.Mondelēz Global LLC is an EqualOpportunity/AffirmativeAction employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation toparticipatein the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 forassistance.