The aim to shape the future of food might seem ambitious to some, but to us in Kerry it's all in a day’s work. Kerry is dedicated to helping create better-tasting, more authentic and nutritious food, and beverages. We produce safe, quality products that help feed millions every day. At Kerry, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference. We work as a team, searching for the best ways to inspire food and nourish life. We’re a community of innovators, working across disciplines to solve global food challenges with a fresh approach. We want you to achieve whatever you put your mind to.
About the role: We are looking for 2 x RD&A Intern Students to join our RD&A teams located in Coleraine, Co.Londonderry for their year in placement starting June 2025 1 x RD&A Intern to join our Foodservice team. 1 x RD&A Intern to join our Retail team. As a member of a very busy team, you will collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure successful launches are achieved on time and to budget. You will be part of a team who manage new RD&A product and packaging developments, ensuring that accurate and timely information is supplied to the associated site teams as well as to the customer.
Key Responsibilities:
Customer Samples:
Production & Kitchen Trials:.
Organoleptics:
Product Micro and Nutritional Management:
Folder Management:
Independent Site Project:
What we are looking for
Studying Food Science, Food Technology, or related scientific degrees and on track for a 2:1 degree classification
Passionate about food
Able to adhere to strict timelines
Good project management skills
Attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Team player
Computer literate
Kerry is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Consistent with our policy of providing equality of opportunity for all, we are required to seek particular information from applicants. As part of your application you will be asked to answer a short number of questions. This information will be held separate to your application and treated in the strictest of confidence.
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