Research and Development Intern - Summer 2027
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Scoular
Minneapolis, MN, US
Summary
The intern will develop and test food and beverage prototypes using Scoular ingredients while conducting independent research on ingredient functionality. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, and Food Safety to support innovation projects.
Job Description
Scoular's Research and Development internship will immerse you in the development of application formulas using Scoular ingredients. You will also learn about ingredient functionality through independent research while developing an understanding of ingredient quality and regulatory functions through engagement with Scoular's Food Safety, Quality, and Innovation group.
What you will do:
- R&D and Product Development
- Develop and test food and beverage prototypes using Scoular ingredients.
- Support customer-focused innovation projects and document results.
- Participate in product evaluations and sensory testing.
- Ingredient Research and Innovation
- Research ingredient functionality and emerging food trends.
- Evaluate ingredient performance through laboratory testing.
- Summarize findings and recommendations for the R&D team.
- Project Management
- Complete an assigned summer project and present findings
- Collaborate with R&D, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and FSQR teams.
- Support additional projects as assigned by the R&D team.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field. Preferably a 2029 Grad.
- Self-driven with an entrepreneurial mindset
- A strong communicator with a customer service mindset
- Comfortable working in high volume environment and managing multiple tasks
- Quick to identify a problem and find the best solution
- Curious and creative, being flexible and innovative in your approach
- An emerging leader with experience leading in clubs, athletics, projects, or student government
- Active in the community giving back on campus, your hometown, or on a global scale
Internship Program Overview:
At Scoular, we are dedicated to developing young to support our customers and partners around the world. Scoular interns gain real life experiences while learning the ins and outs of our businesses and solutions. During the 11-week program, interns create a true impact on our business by building relationships with customers, immersing themselves with our culture and working alongside team members.
What to Expect During the Hiring Process
At Scoular, we try to keep the hiring process straightforward and communicate with you every step of the way. Most Intern and Pathways positions are filled during the fall recruiting season, with the majority of offers extended between September and November. Most candidates can expect to complete the interview process within a few weeks, though timing may vary based on the role and recruiting volume. Our recruiting team will keep you informed throughout the process and you will hear from us regardless if you are not selected.
Scoular, headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, is an employee-owned, $7.3B agribusiness company leading the way since 1892. We buy, sell, store, handle and process grain and ingredients by leveraging our global networks and expertise in international trade and transportation. Employing 1,250+ people in more than 100 offices and facilities in North America and Asia, we provide safe and reliable solutions to farmers, grain processors, biofuel producers, and manufacturers of animal feed, aquafeed and pet food as well as food, beverages and supplements.
In 2025, Forbes named us as the 85th largest privately held company in the United States. Scoular is also ranked 8th Largest U.S. Exporter (JOC, 2025).
Founded
1892
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Omaha, Nebraska
Scoular, headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, is an employee-owned, $7.3B agribusiness company leading the way since 1892. We buy, sell, store, handle and process grain and ingredients by leveraging our global networks and expertise in international trade and transportation. Employing 1,250+ people in more than 100 offices and facilities in North America and Asia, we provide safe and reliable solutions to farmers, grain processors, biofuel producers, and manufacturers of animal feed, aquafeed and pet food as well as food, beverages and supplements.
In 2025, Forbes named us as the 85th largest privately held company in the United States. Scoular is also ranked 8th Largest U.S. Exporter (JOC, 2025).
Founded
1892
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Omaha, Nebraska