Temporary NCFIL Intern - Kannapolis, NC

Temporary NCFIL Intern - Kannapolis, NC Position Type: Temporary Responsibilities Assist in product development of plant-based beverages, meat substitutes, bakery and confections; scale up and commercialize both food & beverage ingredients and finished products; develop standard operating procedures; research current and future processing techniques; perform quality testing and shelf‑life studies on food samples; assist in ordering and stocking ingredients; generate and fill out batch records; assist in pilot‑plant trials; regularly clean and sanitize pilot‑plant equipment; develop product specifications for food samples; participate in client visits; assist in photography and videography sessions; adhere to cGMP. Requirements and Preferences Food science or culinary graduate or student working toward those degrees. Knowledge of culinary and/or food science and application to food. Attention to detail, particularly with regard to food safety and hygiene. Knowledge of and adherence to the correct operation of food service equipment. Excellent communication skills with staff and clients. Ability to work independently. Critical thinking skills. Food science or culinary education (3 years or more of on‑the‑job training or education). Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Contact Information for References Equal Opportunity Statement NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr NC State University