Food Business Development Intern (Summer 2026)

<p><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong></p> <p>We are a company where&nbsp;<strong>people matter</strong>.&nbsp;</p> <p>We are&nbsp;<strong>family driven</strong>.&nbsp;</p> <p>We are&nbsp;<strong>financially strong</strong>.</p> <p>And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team. &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>BENEFITS</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive pay</li> <li>Professional development workshops &amp; training</li> <li>In-person networking opportunities with leadership and peers</li> <li>Hands-on project experience with real business impact</li> <li>Paid volunteer time&nbsp;</li> <li>Company-sponsored events and activities</li> <li>Potential for full-time opportunities upon graduation</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><em><strong>JOIN A TOP WORKPLACE - </strong><span class="ui-provider dgl dgm c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dgn dgo w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak"><a class="fui-Link ___1idfs5o f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f2hkw1w fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1h8hb77 f1x7u7e9 f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nlFHnnfvhk" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nlFHnnfvhk</a></span></em></span></p> <p data-start="178" data-end="681">The Food Business Development Internship at Hydrite offers an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in the food industry while exploring both the technical and business sides of food production. Interns will spend time in food and beverage processing facilities learning about sanitation processes, chemical applications, and customer operations, while also engaging in business development activities such as sales support, lead generation, and relationship building.</p> <p data-start="683" data-end="840">During this full-time, 10–12 week internship (June–August), you’ll spend time both<strong> </strong>on-site at customer facilities and working alongside Hydrite’s business development team</p> <p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Shadow Hydrite professionals at food processing plants to learn how our products and sanitation solutions are used in real-world applications.</li> <li>Join sales calls and customer visits with Business Development Managers to observe and practice relationship-building and technical selling skills.</li> <li>Assist with product trials, chemical testing, and troubleshooting at customer facilities.</li> <li>Support the development of business analysis reports, sales presentations, and lead generation projects.</li> <li>Learn about Hydrite’s product portfolio, customer base, and internal business operations.</li> <li>Analyze data and make recommendations to improve customer processes.</li> <li>Participate in local food industry events and trade shows to promote Hydrite’s brand and build professional connections.</li> </ul> <p><em><strong>Some flexibility to work off-shift hours may be required depending on customer schedules.</strong></em></p> <p><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Food or Dairy Science, Business, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering.</li> <li>Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.</li> <li>A proactive, curious, and self-starting attitude with interest in both the science and business of food.</li> </ul> <p><strong data-start="2161" data-end="2176">Reports To:</strong><br data-start="2176" data-end="2179">Regional Sales Manager</p> <p><strong>ADDITIONAL BENEFITS</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Summer Kick-Off Even</strong>t: A two-day introduction with plant tours, leadership Q&amp;A, team-building, and networking with interns and co-ops across Hydrite.</li> <li><strong>Learning Opportunities</strong>: Development sessions on DISC, career pathing, and soft skills, plus a 2-day showcase to present your projects to leadership.</li> </ul> <p><strong>WANT TO STAY CONNECTED?&nbsp; FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA</strong></p> <ul> <li>LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-">linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/hydrite">facebook.com/hydrite</a></li> <li>YouTube:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs_493NR8RI">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs_493NR8RI</a></li> </ul> <p>Learn more about Hydrite on our website: <a href="http://www.hydrite.com/careers" target="_blank">www.hydrite.com/careers</a></p> <p>Privacy Notice for California Residents:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hydrite.com/Legal/Privacy-Notice-for-Employees.htm">https://www.hydrite.com/Legal/Privacy-Notice-for-Employees.htm</a></p>