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Product Development Internship

Nature’s Fynd

Nature’s Fynd

Product
Chicago, IL, USA
Posted 6+ months ago
Nature’s Fynd is a groundbreaking food tech company born out of NASA-supported research on extremophiles in the geothermal pools of Yellowstone National Park. Our novel fermentation technology produces a sustainable source of complete protein using only a fraction of the resources required by traditional agriculture. As the challenge to feed the world’s expanding population grows, our mission is to create amazing foods and materials that provide sustainable choices and nurture the planet.
We’re looking for passionate, driven, and ambitious people to join our fast-growing team.
We are seeking a passionate, driven, and ambitious undergraduate student studying
Food Science, Food Engineering, or related fields to join our team for a summer
internship. This student will perform basic and essential product development (PD)
duties using NF’s proprietary FY protein to create a wide range of alternative meats,
dairy-free foods, snacks, and convenience foods. They will obtain an understanding of
the industry by working in a fast-paced product development lab that works across
many food segments.
This is a paid internship based in Chicago. Duration is flexible depending on the
candidate's academic schedule.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Routinely support the PD team with projects developing innovative new products in the alternative proteins space.
  • Intern will assist in batching, analytical testing, flavor screening, Quality Control (QC) equipment calibration, keeping lab materials stocked, and helping maintain a clean and orderly laboratory.
  • Will learn formulation and food processing basics across a wide variety of food matrices.
  • Will also spend hands-on time in the Pilot Plant and QC Department to understand the complete product development process

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree and must have completed your junior year of college with a concentration in Food Science, Nutrition Science or related field
  • Proficiency with Google Suite and ability to catch on to other technologies quickly.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
  • Ability to adapt to fast-paced work environment with changing priorities

Commitment To Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, And Belonging:

  • Nature’s Fynd views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values

EEO Statement:

  • We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law