Protein Applications Research Laboratory Intern

Agropur, Inc. • Eden Prairie, MN • 1h ago

Job Type:Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee) Invest in YOU, Join Agropur. We dairy you! Are you ready to launch your career and make a real impact? Agropur is seeking a Summer 2026 Protein Applications Research Lab Intern to join our team at one of North America's leading dairy manufacturers. This position will be a 1 year internship. This internship will be based out of our Eden Prairie, Minnesota location. Why Agropur? Attractive pay and housing assistance so you can focus on learning, not logistics. Hands-on experience with real-world projects in a world-class dairy operation. Direct access to plant leadership and networking opportunities. A launchpad for your career in one of North America's leading dairy manufacturers. Be part of a team committed to quality, nutrition, and sustainability - helping feed communities across the globe. What this role is about: The Protein Applications Research Laboratory Intern, under the direction of various site-specific staff and management, is assigned to short term Research Laboratory projects, conducting experiments and performing testing. This position will be part of a team responsible for the evaluation and characterization of dairy ingredients, and the development of food and non-food proto@types. Evaluate functionality of Agropur's Ingredients portfolio. Identify creative uses of Agropur's Ingredients in product development. Develop proto@type formulas that fit targeted market needs. Utilize consumer market research to develop new product concepts. Interpret and translate whey protein nutrition science, research, and regulations into nutrition claims and internal science communication for sales and marketing, including supporting sales managers with technical knowledge to educate customers about whey ingredients and their benefits. Take direction on assignments and then work autonomously or with appropriate team(s) to accomplish assignment objectives. Acquire current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments and applicable laws related to R&D in a dairy manufacturing environment. Thoroughly learn about the Agropur business model and how to run an efficient R&D department. Actively meet and speak with R&D employees to learn the various aspects and responsibilities of their jobs. Learn to work safely and efficiently, while maintaining accuracy. Summarize and present a summary of projects and lessons learned at end of internship, if applicable. What we are looking for: Currently enrolled in an Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree or Master's program in a Food Science, Dairy Science, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering or Chemical Engineering program as a candidate for graduation. Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP). Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with executives, managers, colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization. Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software. Invest in YOU, Apply Today! Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text. AA/EEO - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

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