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Research & Development Intern

CompanyMonogram Foods
LocationWilmington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 17, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The R&D Intern will support plant tests, trials, and first productions, as well as assist in making benchtop samples and prototypes. Additional duties include packing and shipping samples and running errands between facilities.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$17 - $27
Company Size
1297
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Monogram Foods is a privately held major manufacturer of meat snacks, corn dogs, frozen appetizers, hot dogs, sausages, precooked bacon, and portable snack & sandwich assembly. The company’s Support Center is located in Memphis, Tennessee, and operates 11 locations employing more than 4,000 team members across the country. A fast-growing $1 billion organization that puts its people first, Monogram Foods is consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Monogram Foods was recognized on INC Magazine’s annual list of America’s fastest-growing private companies for ten consecutive years. We are committed to delivering continuous growth for our customers, team members, suppliers, and shareholders through our partnership and innovation. Our objective is to be the co-manufacturer and private label provider of choice for leading consumer goods companies, retailers, and food service providers in our convenience food categories At the heart of Monogram Foods is a deep commitment to attract and retain the best talent, foster an enjoyable culture, and to serve the communities in which we do business through our Monogram Loves Kids Foundation.
About the Role

Job Details

Level: Entry
Job Location: Wilmington MA - Wilmington, MA 01887
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $16.50 - $26.89 Hourly
Job Shift: 1st Shift

Research & Development Intern 

Full-time - VERY FLEXIBLE, 1st shift hours, Monday through Friday - IN PERSON

"THIS POSITION DOES NOT OFFER RELOCATION OR BENEFITS" 

Our position, R&D intern, is an entry-level position designed for learning in both culinary and food science facets of the food industry. This candidate will support the Boston-based Research and Development team. Tasks will include, but are not limited to, sample ideation and production, assisting in plant tests, trials, and first productions as well as support in the form of packing and shipping samples and running errands between facilities. The R&D Intern will support both the Bakery and Assembly sides of the business. This position will report to the Research and Development Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Support plant tests, trials, and first productions.
  • Make benchtop samples and prototypes.
  • Help to troubleshoot issues in production.
  • Pack and ship samples as needed.
  • Receive packages and store them appropriately for the R&D team.
  • Run errands between plants as directed.
  • Researching new culinary, food service, and retail trends.
 

The Ideal Candidate will have the Following Qualifications


Education and Experience:

  • Currently in or finished Culinary School or Food Science Program.

Competencies and Skills:

  • Ability to create high-quality bakery and assembly product samples.
  • Ability to learn correct GMP and plant practices to ensure food safety.
  • Ability to take direction from multiple team members depending on the project.

Physical Demands:

  • Able to work in cold environments for a prolonged time.
  • Able to independently lift and handle 30lbs packages.
  • Able to drive between locations in the Boston area (production facilities, innovation center).

  • Employees must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for employment at Monogram Foods

  • This role will require extended hours based on production needs, including work to be performed after regular business hours and on weekends
     

 

Key Skills
Culinary SkillsFood Science KnowledgeSample ProductionTroubleshootingFood Safety PracticesResearch SkillsPackagingShippingErrand RunningTeam CollaborationGMP KnowledgePrototypingPlant TestingTrend ResearchPhysical StaminaDriving Skills
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