Optimizing Crust Development for Coated Fries

Aviko B.V. is a leading producer of potato products with various production locations in the Netherlands and abroad. Our product range, consisting of a broad range of cooled and deep-frozen potato products, serves the needs of millions of people worldwide.

The role you are applying for will be part of our Corporate Research and Development department (CR&D), focusing on various projects regarding sustainability and the further optimization of our production processes. This internship will collaborate closely with the product development team, which consists of 10 members.

As an ideal candidate, you should have a Master's degree in Food Technology - Sustainable Food Process Engineering. You will also need to be available to travel and work on-site, primarily at Steenderen but potentially at Dinteloord as well.

This dynamic and international-oriented company offers a good internship compensation package, including a salary of approximately $15,000 - $20,000 per year, depending on your experience and qualifications. Other benefits include the possibility to work with skilled professionals in an international context, intensive collaboration, and learning opportunities.

In this project, you will focus on optimizing crust development for coated fries. The trend of using coated fries has been ongoing for years, and the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated its growth. As a result, water vapor from the fries condenses onto the surface, causing softening and toughening of the crust. Your main objective will be to analyze process parameters and their influence on crust formation, with potential solutions involving literature research, coating recipe development, and analyzing crust formation by adjusting different process parameters.

You will have the opportunity to work independently, and we value enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about food technology and processes. We encourage candidates with strong communication skills and language proficiency in English and/or Dutch to apply for this position. The working environment is open, people-oriented, and appreciative of individual differences.