R&D Internship Sensory Evaluation and Product Development

Verden - Germany

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Support the Mars Petcare R&D team and deepen your knowledge in industrial research in the field of sensory evaluation. You will assist with the day-to-day maintenance of the internal sensory panel (preparation evaluate report writing and panel engagement) and support Central and Regional R&D teams with projects.

What will be your key responsibilities

Planning and executing sensory tests (discrimination and descriptive human sensory panels)
Panelist training and engagement (newsletters attendance performance)
Support development of prototypes within the framework of a defined project
Support in providing recommendations for product development projects

What are we looking for

You have or are in progress of acquiring an advanced degree in chemistry food science or nutritional science
Ideally initial practical experience preferably in the field of sensory technology or product effect product development or flavor analysis in the FMCG sector
The ability to work independently and in a structured manner
Initiative enthusiasm and a problem-solving mentality
Talent for communication in English German is a plus
Good MS Office skills

What can you expect from Mars

Responsibility for independent projects with the support of a well-rehearsed team
An open and international working environment with a strong feedback culture
The opportunity to make valuable contacts in one of the most successful branded goods companies in the world
An active community of interns
Attractive intern salary
Flexible working hours and in consultation the possibility of working partially from home
Development talks and entry opportunities

Start Date: Mid-January 2026
Duration: 6 months
Location: Verden (near Bremen) Germany

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Job Description:Support the Mars Petcare R&D team and deepen your knowledge in industrial research in the field of sensory evaluation. You will assist with the day-to-day maintenance of the internal sensory panel (preparation evaluate report writing and panel engagement) and support Central and Regi...