Analytical Chemistry Intern

Responsibilities

• Work on project(s) relevant to Research and Development (Analytical Chemistry) and present project(s) at the end of the internship.
• Exposure to multiple aspects of R&D, Chemistry, Food Safety and Quality through orientation meetings, shadowing, and on‑the‑job training.
• Characterization of samples through basic analysis (brix, acidity, pH, etc.).
• HPLC analysis of samples (sugars, etc.).
• Pesticide analysis (GC‑MS, LC‑MS/MS).
• Forensic analysis of samples.
• Experimental design and data analysis.
• Preparing and presenting projects.

Requirements

• Must be a current student enrolled in a Master’s Degree or PhD Program in Food Science, Food Chemistry, Chemistry or other related area.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in basic laboratory techniques and experimental design.
• Experience with GC, LC and/or column chromatography/fractionation.
• Must be project oriented and able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Highly organized, self‑motivated with the ability to work independently.

Pay

$30.00 – $32.00 per hour.

Schedule

• Start date: June 8, 2027.
• Duration: 10‑12 weeks.
• Traditional work week with summer Fridays 8:00 am‑12:30 pm.
• Flexibility and off‑site work may be required for project travel, experimental test runs, customer discovery.
• Opportunity to participate in leadership panels, a day of fun in Boston, and learning sessions from various business functions.
• Location: Corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA (about 45 minutes south of Boston – Exit 6 off Route 495).