Summer 2027: Product Development Intern, UG

About the job

Our Summer Internship Experience (SIE) is a 10-week program that allows students to dive into a project relevant to their studies to further grow and develop their learnings. During our 10-week program you will participate in trainings, development sessions, as well as lots of exciting programming!

The dates of our 2027 Program will be May 31st, 2027- August 6th, 2027.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR INTERNSHIP:

• A 10-week summer experience immersed in Danone USA"s Research & Innovation team
• A 40-hour work week with a hybrid schedule and 3+ days in our office, leaving time to enjoy everything a Colorado summer has to offer
• The opportunity to showcase your work and present key findings and recommendations to senior leadership at the conclusion of the program
• Competitive compensation
• Access to a robust internship experience featuring networking events, social activities, and opportunities to connect with fellow interns and Danoners
• Eligibility for subsidized housing and a relocation stipend

ASSIGNMENTS MAY INCLUDE:

The Product Development Intern may assist in a number of project support roles in the Research & Innovation department. Specific project responsibilities will be identified 30-60 days prior to the start of the internship, based on business need and intern interests.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leverage scientific expertise and complete projects using appropriate research, statistical methods, and technical reporting.
• Plan, execute, and manage the development of prototype products & processes in lab and pilot plant. Maintain stringent technical and experiment documentation.
• Develop supplier relationships to deliver against project needs.
• Complete lab testing and shelf-life studies as needed.
• Leverage sensory and consumer testing insights to create great-tasting, high-performing products that delight consumers and are superior to the competitive set.
• Work with, and provide technical product leadership, to cross-functional teams including but not limited to Marketing, Sales, Business Development, Operations, Finance, Engineering, and Quality Assurance.

The base compensation range for this position is $25-28 per hour.