JOB REQUIREMENTS: R&D Product Development Internship -51510 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Johnsonville, LLC R&D Product Development Internship Summer 2025 Position Overview: You will execute Research and Development Product Development activities in support of our Packaging Engineering and Sensory/Consumer Insights Groups under the direction of R&D Product Development scientists. You will work within Johnsonville\'s R&D Product Development group and interact with Sensory/Consumer Insights, Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Information Systems and Supply. Your main objectives will be to assist in the development/processing/packaging of new product platforms, line extensions and product improvements; evaluate the sensory characteristics of the several product designs that are generated; and participate in the cross-functional activities of project teams relative to the product development role. The role is structured as a summer internship. Responsibilities: * Develop Project Vision, Objective(s), Scope, and Deliverables * Plan project activities and develop timelines * Work on cross-functional teams and work independently * Assist in pilot plant trials and plant trials * Maintain accurate and complete work records such as a notebook and status reports * Share your ideas, questions, problems, and results with other team members Posting Date: September 3, 2024 Coach: TBD Travel: Minimal Location: Tech Center Sheboygan Falls, WI Member Status: Hourly Intern Start Date: May 19, 2025 Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Education: * Candidate must currently be working towards a Bachelor\'s Degree in Meat Science or Food Science from an accredited university; junior or senior status preferred. * 3.5 minimum GPA strongly preferred. Experience: * Relevant coursework in the areas of Meat Science or Food Science. * Lab experience preferred. * Prior work experience preferred. Skills and Competencies: * Computer proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel * Ability and willingness to travel to other facilities * Ability to work \"off shifts\" as needed * Desire to learn, grow and contribute in a team-based environment * Must possess a drive for excellence * Must maintain confidentiality of proprietary information ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=ba325c9387cc759e86de083627ad51bb Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided! Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.