try experts who are deeply committed to creating real planetary impact.
If you are looking for shaping your career in product development while making a tangible impact on the food industry, Planet A Foods is the right place for you. As a Food Scientist Intern, you'll contribute to enhancing the overall sensory including aroma and flavor in our ChoViva and a new innovative ingredient under development, while assisting with ingredient preparation and prototype development.
Next openings:
- September 2026
- November 2026
- December 2026
A Taste of What to Expect
- You will support in recipe, product and/or flavor development of the current ChoViva products or a new ingredient currently under development
- Plan and carry our test productions, including raw material preparation
- Conduct food science analyses using tools such as rheometers, texture analyzers, refractometers and sensory evaluation methods
- Assist in flavor analytics using GC-MS where applicable
- Document new recipes and create product prototypes in collaboration with the Sales team
- Assist with daily operational tasks, including packing and shipping prototypes to clients
The Perfect Recipe of Skills & Experience
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition or similar field
- Ideally, you have some initial experience in the food sector
- You have a passion for sustainable food and working hand in hand with other ambitious people on something meaningful
- You are enthusiastic about food science and product development and willing to learn food science related analytical methods
- You are self-disciplined, hands-on, pro-active and ready to take ownership
This internship opportunity must be linked to a mandatory internship through a university and should last 6 months. We don't accept thesis projects. A Sweet Package
- Early ownership and responsibility in a fast-moving environment
- Collaborate with a passionate international team working at the edge of what's possible in food science and sustainable ingredients
- Work in a rare food-tech startups that is scaling and operating in a 24/7 4-shift production system
- A competitive compensation package and real opportunity to grow as the company scales
- Stuff that other startups do as well (2.5 days vacation days per month, tasty lunches, snacks, drinks, vouchers, gym...).
- PLUS: Chocolate. Every. Single. Day.
About us
We produce all-natural cocoa-free innovations without compromising on taste, quality, and sustainability to preserve the Earth for our children.
We are on a constant journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success, we empower our team to take bold action and make a difference. Every role is designed with purpose, where together ideas flourish, opportunities expand and boundaries are pushed. Joining our team is a step toward to protecting the planet we love.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
