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Linde

Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

... science Why you will love working with us Linde is a leading global industrial gases and ... Linde serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for food science intern in Indiana is $16.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $18.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food science intern?

A Food Science Intern assists in research, development, and quality control of food products. They work under the guidance of professionals to conduct experiments, analyze ingredients, and ensure food safety standards are met. Responsibilities may include lab testing, data analysis, and supporting product formulation. This role provides hands-on experience in food production, regulatory compliance, and sensory evaluation. It’s a great opportunity for students to gain industry knowledge and practical skills.

What do food science interns do?

As a Food Science Intern, you'll often support senior scientists or technologists with hands-on lab experiments, ingredient testing, and product formulation trials. Your responsibilities may include preparing samples, operating lab equipment, documenting observations, and collecting or analyzing data for research projects. You'll also collaborate with team members from R&D, quality assurance, and sometimes production to ensure projects run smoothly. This experience gives you exposure to the full product development process and helps you build both technical and professional skills for a future career in the food industry.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a food science intern?

To thrive as a Food Science Intern, you typically need foundational knowledge in food science, chemistry, or a related field, supported by relevant coursework or laboratory experience. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, quality assurance protocols, and data analysis software like Excel is often required. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective written and verbal communication help interns excel in collaborative settings. These skills and qualities are essential for accurately supporting food product development, complying with safety standards, and contributing to team projects.

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Infographic showing various Food Science Intern job openings in Indiana as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,719 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

R & D Intern - Computational Chemistry

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Corteva Agriscience
Crop Farming • 10K+ employees
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$14.25 - $19/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Who are we, and what do we do?

Grow what’s next. Grow your future. Are you excited to contribute to innovative research that advances food security and sustainability? Corteva Agriscience is seeking students for full-time internships within our Research and Development organization in Indianapolis, Indiana. Interns will work closely with experienced scientists and technical experts in an industrial R&D setting, with opportunities to build skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and network across the company.

What You’ll Do:

We are looking for interns who can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the discovery and optimization of new chemical leads for insect, weed, and disease control. Working alongside experienced scientists, the intern will apply computational modeling, molecular design, molecular docking, molecular dynamics simulations, and data analysis techniques to support discovery projects. Responsibilities may include:

  • Molecular docking, virtual screening, structure-based design, molecular dynamics simulations, molecular property prediction, cheminformatics analyses, and the application of machine learning, deep learning, and other computational methods to identify and prioritize novel compounds.

  • Work in a safe manner and embody Corteva’s safety culture.

  • Demonstrate independent and creative thinking by making novel observations, interpreting data, and drawing sound scientific conclusions.

  • Present project reviews throughout the summer and a final poster before colleagues and peers.

What Skills You Need:

  • Currently pursuing a Masters or Doctorate degree in computational chemistry, informatics, chemistry, chemical engineering, computer science, bioinformatics, or a related scientific discipline and possess strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skill.

  • Must be able to relocate to Indianapolis, IN for the duration of the internship.

  • Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during the timeframe of May to August.

  • Coursework or research experience in molecular modeling, cheminformatics, molecular dynamics simulations, drug design, molecular mechanics, quantum mechanics, machine learning, scientific programming, or related computational methods would be beneficial.

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information

For US Applicants: See the ‘Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law’ poster. To all recruitment agencies: Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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