• Summer 2026 R&D Intern

    Dairy Farmers of America (Rochester, MN)


    Job Description

    Primary Duties / Responsibilities:

    + Learn about DFA and the different careers within the Food Industry

    + Assist with the development of new products, improvement of existing products, maintenance of cost-effective formulations, and timely resolution of technical service issues related to Fluid, Cultured, and Frozen Dairy Products

    + Complete Laboratory testing and Conduct Pilot Plant trials

    + Research, design, propose, and complete a summer project aligned with the candidate’s interests. Project work will include collaborating with suppliers, sales, and/or marketing to design a new product that aligns with potential business opportunities.

    Requirements

    **Educational Requirements:** Will have completed at least their sophomore year of an undergraduate program and at most have recently completed an undergraduate degree.

    **Desired Degree Focus:** Food Science

     

    Also acceptable: Culinology, Biological Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology

    An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

    **Pay Range** $22/hourly