PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT INTERN

Allen Flavors, Inc. is seeking a Product Development Intern to join their team and gain hands-on experience in beverage formulation and ingredient supply. The intern will support lab practices, handle materials, interact with suppliers, and collaborate with various teams to ensure project success.

What you'll do:

• Support Lab Practices: Help maintain effective lab practices that ensure our formulas are stable, cost-effective, and ready for the big leagues (aka manufacturing)
• Material Handling and Testing: Get ready to weigh and handle ingredients like a pro! You’ll conduct specification testing to make sure everything meets our high standards of quality and consistency
• Supplier Interaction: Become our go-to person for sourcing raw material samples. You’ll get to chat with suppliers and learn the ins and outs of procurement
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Build strong relationships with our Product Development, Quality Control, and Manufacturing teams. Collaboration is key, and you’ll be right in the middle of it all!
• Project Organization and Execution: Organize and execute project work in our fast-paced environment. Your attention to detail will ensure everything is completed on time and meets our objectives
• Communication: Share your findings and project updates with the team. We believe in keeping everyone in the loop—after all, teamwork makes the dream work!
• Lab Instrumentation: Get hands-on with lab instruments like pH meters and refractometers to ensure our testing is accurate and reliable
• Assistance in Other Areas: Flexibility is the name of the game! You’ll support other areas of the lab as needed, contributing to our overall success

What they're looking for:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in food science or related field of study
• One to two years of laboratory-related coursework
• Solid knowledge of chemistry
• Good math skills to tackle those measurements with ease
• A keen eye for detail and an organized work approach
• Familiarity with lab safety protocols and proper documentation practices
• Computer proficiency, especially in Microsoft Word and Excel
• A cheerful attitude and strong communication skills
• Problem-solving skills