Culinary Science Intern

About the role

Folia Materials is seeking Culinary Science Interns for Summer 2026 and Fall 2026 semesters. The intern will test frozen foods with Folia's world-first 100% paper microwave food packaging, focusing on identifying best candidates, conducting culinary work and temperature testing, performing sensory evaluations, and developing product demos.

Responsibilities

• Screen frozen food products to identify best candidates for Folia’s microwave packaging
• Conduct culinary work and temperature testing related to microwave food performance
• Perform sensory evaluations to assess taste, texture, and quality improvements
• Develop product demos for internal use and client presentations
• Collect quantitative and qualitative data using lab and food testing equipment
• Document testing procedures and results in an organized manner

Qualifications

• Student or recent graduate in culinary science, culinology, food science + culinary arts, or professional chef experience
• Creative, dynamic, and methodical
• Comfortable with repetitive testing and documentation
• Bonus: experience with frozen or processed foods, product development, or sensory analysis
• Must be located in the Boston metro area and able to work onsite in Waltham