R&D Product Development Intern - Summer 2025-Hormel Foods/Planters - Northbrook, IL

Hormel Foods
Northbrook, IL, United States
$21-$23 an hour
Full-time
Part-time

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS Inspired People. Inspired Food.™

Job Purpose : To gain real world experience in the successful manufacturing of food products

Responsibilities :

  • Work closely with product development scientists on a wide variety of value-added food projects (may require travel to other production facilities within the USA)
  • Gain experience and apply knowledge of food science to the product development process
  • Learn to operate a wide variety of food processing equipment
  • Practice communication skills, use analytical techniques, and apply critical thinking skills
  • Learn about product formulation and prepare prototypes in the lab / pilot plant for review by marketing, sales, operations and R&D
  • Conduct process and product troubleshooting
  • Test new ingredients and processes

Requirements :

Must have completed two years of a Food Science major at the time of applying (i.e. Junior Status) or another related field (minimum 3.

0 cumulative GPA strongly preferred)

  • Demonstrated leadership skills are necessary for success in this position
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Possess a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
  • Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa
  • This position will require access to and / or the utilization of a personal motor vehicle to get to and from the workplace
  • Must be comfortable with the preparation and consumption of a variety of Hormel Foods Products which may include but not limited to pork, beef, chicken, turkey and nuts.

Location and Hours :

  • Position is based out of our Planters Innovation Center in Northbrook, IL
  • Internship is about 10 weeks, full time, approximately 40 hours per week, beginning late May to early August

Compensation / Benefits :

  • Competitive wage The base pay range is $21 to $23 per hour; however, actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location
  • Paid housing allowance
  • Reimbursement of all expenses incurred on the job
  • Company 401k match
  • Earn Paid Time off

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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