Research and Development Co-Op
Perdue offers students an opportunity for a career path within Research and Development (R&D) through a CO-OP program. Students who are selected to join the organization’s CO-OP program will be involved in project work focused on new product development and/or line extensions to existing products within the research and development department. We encourage students to bring their technical expertise and passion for knowledge to help us in developing quality food products for the marketplace.
This is an opportunity for students to gain valuable experience in one of our key R&D areas including:
- Product development
- Packaging
- Processing
- Sensory
- Culinary.
The student will be integrated into our business with identified objectives for specific project(s) and will be partnered with a mentor to help with professional growth.
This program is a full-time, 5-6 month opportunity for Undergraduate or Masters students in Food Science, Agriculture, Poultry/Animal Science, Sensory, Packaging, Engineering, and Culinary. The program will run from July to December 2020. Housing assistance is provided for those who qualify.
Must be at least a Junior or Senior currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree at an accredited university in a relevant field of study. Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA or higher; 3.25 GPA or higher is highly preferred.