R&D Intern

R&D Intern

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is seeking a full-time Research & Development Intern in Geneva, IL located at 1900 Averill Rd. This is a 10-week internship which requires 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. About the Role: This role focuses on the application science of flavoring proactive demos in the Beverage & Health Business segments. This person will work closely with Marketing, Flavor Creation, Research & Innovation and Sales departments. Key Responsibilities: Assist Product Developers & Technicians with lab tasks / duties Developing basic benchtop application formulas Setting up and screening flavors for evaluation Responsible for the preparation / set-up of raw materials, finished products and retention samples Manage lab inventory of raw materials, snack base, & supplies needed to support daily tasks. Precise lab record / data keeping. Maintain sanitation and lab organization Effectively communicate with related departments on projects and products as required Qualifications: Current enrollment as an undergraduate college Junior or Senior in Food Science, Chemistry, or other related field Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate complex issues and conduct root cause analysis to resolve problems. Must be able to prioritize and balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Highly motivated, self-starter who is a forward-thinking problem solver with a strong work ethic Effective written and verbal communications skills that are clear and concise McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.