Research Intern – Food R&D (Unpaid)

Position: Research Intern Food R&D (Unpaid)

Location: Chennai (Preferred)

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Research Intern to join our innovative R&D team. This role is best suited for candidates with a background in Food Technology, Food Science, or related disciplines, and a keen interest in functional ingredients, nutraceuticals, and clean-label innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structured literature reviews on functional foods, nutraceuticals, and processing techniques using PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar.
• Analyze scientific data to support R&D decisions and ingredient evaluations.
• Track market trends in clean-label, sustainable, and health-focused product development.
• Assist in functionality testing and support formulation for stability, efficacy, and cost-efficiency.
• Document experimental findings, research outcomes, and lab observations thoroughly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on formulation, process improvement, and innovation projects.
• Prepare technical reports, research summaries, and ingredient profiles for internal documentation.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Pursuing or completed B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related field.
• Strong aptitude in literature review and familiarity with scientific databases/tools.
• Prior experience with scientific writing or research publications is a plus.
• Analytical, detail-focused, and scientifically curious.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, team-oriented R&D settings.

Learning Outcomes

• Practical exposure to end-to-end food R&D processesfrom research to prototype development.
• Hands-on experience in scientific writing, data interpretation, and technical documentation.
• Deeper understanding of current consumer and market trends in health and wellness.
• Collaborative work experience across formulation, regulatory, and innovation teams.
• Foundational knowledge in food regulations, functional ingredients, and product analysis.