Meat Science Intern
Kickstart your career with ADM's Summer Internship Program, beginning with an engaging orientation at our North America Headquarters to set you up for success. You'll benefit from provided housing and relocation assistance to ensure a smooth transition throughout your 12-week internship while earning competitive compensation for a full-time, 40-hour workweek. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to provide personal support and resources, helping you thrive both professionally and personally during your time with us.
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Internship Program Requirements:
Educational Background: Pursuing a four-year degree with an expected graduation between December 2025 and Summer 2027. Must have overall 2.8GPA
Transportation: Interns must have their own transportation to and from work.
Geographical Flexibility: Willing to relocate to one of our ADM locations.
Background Check: Successful completion of a background check is required.
Availability: Must be available for a summer internship from mid-May to early August 2025.
Professional Development during your internship:
Training Resources: Enhance your skills with unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, language training, and mentoring programs.
Engage with our ERGs (Employee Resource Groups): Young Professionals ERG, Pride ERG, Vet ERG, Women’s ERG, Black Colleague Alliance ERG, Adelante Hispanic ERG, and more.
Opportunities for Advancement: Interns showing high potential may be offered a returning internship or a full-time position based on business needs.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Meat Science Intern to join our Product Development & Applications team. This internship will provide hands-on experience in meat science, product formulation, and application testing, contributing to the development of new and improved meat products.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in product formulation and development for various meat products using a wide range of functional ingredients.
Conduct sensory evaluations and assist in analyzing consumer feedback.
Participate in laboratory experiments to test meat quality, safety, and shelf life.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, and quality assurance.
Document experimental procedures and results, maintaining accurate records.
Support the development of new processing techniques and formulations.
Conduct literature reviews to stay current with industry trends and innovations.
Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for new product concepts.
Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a degree in Meat Science, Food Science, Animal Science, or a related field.
Strong interest in product development and food processing.
Familiarity with meat processing techniques and quality analysis is a plus.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.