Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.   To strengthen our team in Ann Arbor, we are looking for you as a(n) Food Science Intern 2025.

 

WACKER North America is looking for highly motivated college students for our 12-week summer internship program at our Innovation Center and Regional Headquarters in Ann Arbor, MI. 

 

This will be a hands-on internship working on projects that include lab work in our BioSolutions business.  Projects will involve work with egg-free bakery applications for plant-based snacks and desserts. 

Currently a rising sophomore or higher and attending school to obtain a college degree in the field of Chemistry, Food Science/Technology, or similar degree. Available full-time in person commitment (Monday through Friday) from May 19th   through August 8th Ability to follow safety procedures Basic laboratory skills Ability to maintain confidentiality Excellent communication and analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task Effective time-management abilities Ability to positively present our company    What do we offer?   WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.    WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.   Compensation and Incentive plans Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1 Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays Paid parental leave Wellbeing fund Flexible hybrid work arrangements 401(k) with company match Education Assistance Program Career development and advancement opportunities Support for Community Involvement   We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 28175    The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card). WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.