Biospringer - Food Technician Intern (Summer 2026)

Biospringer by Lesaffre

Food Technician Internship: Summer 2026

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Elevate the Future with Lesaffre

For over 170 years, Lesaffre has been a pioneering force in the world of fermentation, harnessing the power of microorganisms to transform industries from baking to healthcare. As a key global player, we've built a presence in 96 countries, employing 11,000 passionate innovators who share our unwavering commitment to excellence.

Driven by our core values of passion, respect, trust, entrepreneurship, and humility, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our 3-billion euro enterprise collaborates with visionary customers, partners, and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bioactives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being, and improve plant nutrition.

Discover Biospringer

Biospringer offers a diverse range of yeast extracts and fermentation-based solutions designed to enhance the taste, aroma, and nutritional profile of food. The company is backed by over 600 employees across 6 state-of-the-art facilities worldwide, constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in food science. Biospringer's natural, sustainably sourced ingredients are suitable for a wide range of customers, from food manufacturers to chefs and home cooks, to elevate culinary creations with enhanced flavor and nourishment.

What We Offer  

• The opportunity to represent a passionate organization focused on innovation and sustainability 
• The ability to leverage your expertise and make a tangible, meaningful impact on the business and our sustainability initiatives
• Opportunities for growth and development, and a wide variety of day-to-day responsibilities
• Hands-on experience in an applications lab working with a tight-knit team

How You'll Contribute to Our Success

As a Food Technician Intern, you will collaborate with our R&D and Culinary teams to drive the development and refinement of our fermentation-based ingredients. Leveraging your passion for Food Science/Culinology and hands-on experimentation, you will uncover new ways to optimize ingredient functionality across diverse food and beverage applications. This internship offers the chance to expand your technical expertise, deepen your understanding of industrial ingredients, and contribute to the continued growth of a global leader in fermentation technology.

What You’ll Do as a Food Technician Intern   

• Competitive Analysis & Ingredient Optimization
  • Evaluate competitor samples to identify sensory characteristics and determine optimal Biospringer product matches
  • Perform formulation calculations to adjust for factors like salt content and nutritional profiles
• Recipe Development & Evaluation
  • Assist in designing recipe formulation trials and document detailed sensory observations
  • Compile comprehensive evaluation reports to inform product enhancements
• Database Management
  • Maintain and organize our electronic formulation database, ensuring recipes are easily accessible
• Operational Support
  • Collaborate with the team to ensure the Culinary Center functions efficiently, including cleaning, stocking, and organizing
• Other duties as assigned

Pay Rate: $20/hr; additional housing and/or commute coverage for non-local candidates will be discussed on a case-by-case basis during the interview process

Required qualifications:  

• Sophomore year or later, currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or higher within a science major, preferably in Food Science or Culinology
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of kitchen/lab best practices to ensure food safety
• Proven ability to stay organized and record data with detail orientation
• Demonstrates basic lab skills, such as measuring, using a scale, follow formulas, etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft operating software programs (such as Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, Share Point, and Power Point)
• Ability to travel occasionally for training, trade shows, or sales visits
• Ability to work onsite 5 days per week at our facility in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Lesaffre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.   

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