R&D Intern
Role Overview: Supports product research and development activities through market scanning, sample preparation, product testing documentation, and trial data administration. The role helps the R&D team maintain reliable research records and accelerate day-to-day product development work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Market and Trend Research
- Collect information on product trends, ingredients, formats, competitors, and relevant consumer developments.
- Testing Support
- Assist with sample preparation, product trials, sensory sessions, or other approved testing activities.
- Trial Documentation
- Record test methods, observations, sample codes, results, and follow-up actions accurately.
- Data Administration
- Compile and organize trial data for analysis and internal review.
- Sample Management
- Label, store, and monitor research samples and basic testing materials according to procedures.
- Cross-functional Coordination
- Support scheduling and information exchange with Quality, Procurement, Marketing, and Production teams.
Qualifications:
- Active student or fresh graduate in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Food Technology, Pharmacy, or a related science field.
- Basic understanding of laboratory or product testing practices.
- Analytical mindset and interest in product innovation.
- Able to use Microsoft Excel for data recording and basic analysis.
- Willing to work on-site and comply with laboratory, hygiene, and safety procedures.
Competency & Physical Requirement:
- Curious, methodical, and attentive to detail.
- Consistent in sample labeling, data recording, and document control.
- Collaborative and open to technical feedback.
- Physically able to perform routine laboratory and sampling activities.
Skills: Food Packaging, Customer Service, Research and Development (R&D), Food Nutrition, Beverage R&D, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Health/Functional Beverage R&D, Teamwork