Channel Sales/Marketing Intern

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Bridgewater, NJ  Workplace type: Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Go-To-Market strategies and activities for food and beverages, including development of prototypes and solutions to showcase the value proposition of Ingredion’s ingredients and solutions for the foodservice & private label channels.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and build a library of case studies for new and existing customers, including operators/restaurants and manufacturers to drive sales growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with hands‑on restaurant experience – front of house or back of house.
• Knowledge of common food processes, food ingredient functionality and ingredient interactions (preferred).
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills (technical reports, presentations, data analysis, etc.).
• Proven proficiency using MS Office Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and AI tools (Co‑pilot, chat GPT).
• Ability to work 40 hrs per week during the summer internship term.
• Ability to travel 10‑15% domestically.
• Reliable transportation to get to and from the Bridgewater office on work days.
• Student progressing toward a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Marketing, Business or a related field.
• Relationship‑driven.
• Excellent writer and communicator.
• Ability to work independently.
• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship, OPT or CPT for this role).