R&D Intern - Sensory & Consumer Science

At McCormick, you'll join us in “Saving the World From Boring Food” and fulfill your desire to be a part of something bigger than yourself. Employees throughout our global corporation are united by two things - a passion for flavor and driving results. People are drawn to McCormick because of a culture that challenges them to reach their full potential.

Our 10 week Summer Internship Program in Hunt Valley, MD allows college students to get a glimpse into what it's like to be a part of the McCormick family - rich in flavor, culture, and employee empowerment.

During your time as an Intern you will sharpen your leadership skills, work on real-world challenges, and collaborate with the best leaders in the industry. You will also have the opportunity to network with executives, participate in social events with other interns, and give back to the community. We are looking for the next generation of problem solvers to drive change within McCormick. Are you up for the challenge?

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a curious, detail-oriented, and passionate intern to join our Sensory & Consumer Science team with a focus on sensory science. This internship offers a unique opportunity to explore how sensory science at McCormick is used to guide, translate, and inform product development, innovation, and brand strategy.

RESPONSIBENCIES:

• Support the execution of day-to-day sensory projects (internal tasting, descriptive analysis testing, consumer-research)
• Observe sensory methodologies applied to a variety of projects (new product development and/or ingredient changes)
• Assist in analysis of sensory research using various analysis tools (Xlstat, Compusense, and/or R)
• Learn how to present and share results across both technical and non-technical teams
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sensory scientists, product developers, and marketing teams

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN:

• Hands-on experience with various sensory methodologies (Quantitative, Qualitative, Discrimination, Descriptive)
• Mentorship from experienced researchers and sensory scientists
• Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that shape product experiences
• A deeper understanding of how sensory science drives innovation in the food and beverage industry

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate (Junior or Senior) or graduate program
• Currently pursuing a degree in Psychology, Sociology, Food Science, or related discipline
• Prior coursework or experience in sensory science, consumer insights, market research, or qualitative research is a bonus
• Strong interest in sensory science
• Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently, learn new tasks, solve problems, and show strong self-motivation and initiative
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment