Food Science Sensory Intern

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious student to join our R&D team for summer 2026! As the Sensory Science Intern you will support progression of a research project related to texture perception across a wide variety of this role you would work with the Global Sensory team who is focused on delivering solutions that can help our key accounts and regional customers differentiate their products through taste texture delivery systems and sweeteners.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with and function as a part of the Global Sensory Science Group (GSSG) to support appropriate testing including all the phases of a project (design coordination execution analysis and reporting)

• Assist with the design and implementation of various types of descriptive analysis and consumer research

• Support Sensory Analysts & Technicians in a day-to-day manner

• Responsible of independent project execution

• Literature review and application of learnings

• Work with manager to progress projects

What you will bring:

• University-level coursework in food science and/or experimental psychology data analysis
• Experience with executing human subjects testing
• Ability to taste all types of food beverage and snack

Who you are:

• A deep interest in understanding the human perception of food and beverage
• Strong quantitative reasoning skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers and others
• Creative problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset
• Desire to create research with impact

To be eligible for consideration candidates must:

• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.
• Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelors or Masters degree program. If currently enrolled in an undergrad status must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore junior or non-graduating senior.
• If you have completed your degree please consider other opportunities with Ingredion posted at Join Ingredion

  Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exception rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

  • Total Rewards Package competitive hourly salary based on your degree program. Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51 miles from the Ingredion work location
  • Internship Program Events & Activities programming catered toward career exploration networking and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester IL
  • Intern Mentor Program pairing with a mentor to guide development and integration in Ingredions culture
  • Involvement in Ingredions Business Resource Groups the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredions Inclusion & Belonging strategy
  • Employee Recognition Program a culture of real-time appreciation with personalized recognition rewards globally
  • Employee Discount Program provides exclusive discounts on everyday products services and travel

  Pay Range: $22-34/hour

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  We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race color religion age gender gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry handicap or disabilitymental or physicalmarital status sexual orientation veteran status disability resulting from military service or any other classification protected by law (protected classifications). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

  Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicants accommodation needs.

  Relocation Available:

  Yes Within Country

  This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

  Benefits:

  Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match .