Product Design Co-Op
Product Design Co-Op
About the Role
At Hill’s we have a purpose. Every day around the world, we transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation, amazing nutrition, and the best and brightest people. If you are interested in work that matters, fueled by passion for pets, we invite you to apply to our R&D – Product Design Intern position.
Our internships are unique in that you will work on a substantial project with one-on-one guidance from one of our many experts in the product development and research field. You will have the opportunity to network with other students in our program as well as get exposure to senior leaders in our company and our parent company, Colgate-Palmolive. During this 6-month paid internship, you will lead meaningful laboratory and product design projects to understand product performance and stability, ensuring we deliver high-quality products that delight pets and their parents.
Program Options:
- January-June
- June-December
Key Responsibilities:
Research & Development: Conduct sensory, analytical, and taste performance research to investigate pet/parent preferences, ingredients, product composition and product stability.
Formulation & Testing Management: Prepare formulas
Data Analysis & Technical Reporting: Analyze complex data sets, draw key conclusions, maintain accurate records, and write final technical reports.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams (Product Development, Packaging, Quality, Supply Chain) to ensure proper study design and present findings.
Project Management & Lab Maintenance: Assist in lab maintenance and manage projects to ensure successful execution
Qualifications
Must be current Junior or Senior seeking a degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field
Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
Ability to work in the United States on a permanent and unlimited basis
Mobility and ability to relocate to Topeka, Kansas for the internship
Preferred Qualifications
Completed a BS in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field
Experience with gas or liquid chromatography and/ or sensory science
This is a paid internship that provides a very competitive hourly pay rate plus a generous housing/relocation assistance stipend for on-site internships.