Research and Development Intern

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Wageningen, Nederland Upfield Voltijd

Upfield is a global leader in plant-based foods, at the forefront of driving positive change for both people and the planet through our established power brands and our investment in cutting-edge food research. We are market leaders across our four core categories – Plant-based Butters and Spreads, Creams, Liquids and Cheeses - driving change for both people and the planet by providing delicious, nutritious food that is better for our health and our habitat 

The Role

Ready to Revolutionize Plant-Based Matrices? Apply Now for our Hydrocolloids Team Internship and Dive into Starch Functionality

Location: Wageningen, Netherlands

Start date: September 2024 (6 months)

About the role

  • We are looking for a passionate and agile R&D intern to join our Hydrocolloids team.
  • In the Hydrocolloids Team, you will focus on starch functionality and optimization in plant-based cheese matrices.
  • Starch plays a significant role in the texture, stability, and performance of food products.
  • A comprehensive understanding of chemical compositions, structures, and functional properties of starch is crucial for proper utilization of this important ingredient to develop high-quality products.
  • The aim of this internship is to map a range of starches at different rheological conditions.
  • You will use the obtained results to link this starch functionality to the plant-based cheese structure, texture and performance.
  • The created starch map could then be used to better navigate product design.

Ideal Profile

So, what does it take to be successful in this role?

  • You are a master’s student in Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or a similar field at a Dutch university
  • You have critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Preferably, you have prior experience with rheology and/or starches

What’s next? 

We understand your resume might not be up to date, we recommend that you apply with what you have or your LinkedIn Profile. Upfield is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workplace, we understand that you might not hit all the requirements stated in the description, but we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the right candidate for this role or other roles. 

Upfield is an employer who is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and equal opportunities for all. We recruit based only on values, qualifications, performance, skills, behaviours, experience and knowledge. We ensure job adverts are free from unintentional bias.  

No personal characteristics should be a barrier to joining Upfield and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other personal characteristic. 

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What's on Offer?

  • A role that offers a breadth of learning opportunities
  • Flexible working options
  • Fantastic work culture


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