Quality Assurance Intern
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and curious students to join our Summer Internship Program at MMPA’s Quality Assurance and Product Development team. This program is designed to provide hands-on experience, meaningful project work, and exposure to day-to-day operations of a state-of-the-art dairy processing facility.
The intern will report to MMPA’s Director of Quality but work closely with the Quality Assurance Manager at Remus, MI plant.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the assigned project by conducting research, analysis, and reporting for the project
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Operations and other plant team members
- Assist in developing SOPs for various unit operations in the plant
- At the end of the internship tenure, submit a report summarizing the project work and present the findings to MMPA’s Senior Leadership team
What You’ll Gain
- Practical, real-world experience in the field of dairy processing
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Exposure to business operations and decision-making processes
- Networking opportunities across departments
- Development of professional and technical skills
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or PhD program in Food Science, Animal Science or related field in an accredited college or university
- Pursuing a degree relevant to one or more of the departments listed
- Good communication, writing and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or similar tools
- Eagerness to learn and take initiative
Duration
Summer 2026 - Typical internships start in Mid-May to June and end by Mid-August, but the schedule can be tailored to fit the right candidate’s schedule.