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TW Garner Food Company

Innovation Intern

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

Description Garner Foods is seeking a detail-oriented Innovation Intern to support the Innovation team in the development of new food products from benchtop work through food production process ...

Garner Foods

Innovation Intern

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Garner Foods is seeking a detail-oriented Innovation Intern to support the Innovation team in the development of new food products from benchtop work through food ...

Ampac Holdings, LLC

Innovation Intern

Hanover Park, IL

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Innovation Intern - ProAmpac Location: Hanover Park, IL (Greater Chicago Area) Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week) Target Start: July 2026 About the Role: At ProAmpac, we focus heavily on the ...

ProAmpac

Innovation Intern

Hanover Park, IL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Innovation Intern - ProAmpac Location: Hanover Park, IL (Greater Chicago Area) Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week) Target Start: July 2026 About the Role: At ProAmpac, we focus heavily on the ...

ProAmpac

Innovation Intern

Hanover Park, IL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Innovation Intern - ProAmpac Location: Hanover Park, IL (Greater Chicago Area) Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week) Target Start: July 2026 About the Role: At ProAmpac, we focus heavily on the ...

State of Indiana

Innovation Intern

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$30K - $36K/yr

The intern will assist in facilitating stakeholder workshops, analyzing operational data, and ... Collaborate with the Office of Innovation to transform workshop findings into clear pictures ...

State of Indiana

Innovation Intern

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$30K - $36K/yr

The intern will assist in facilitating stakeholder workshops, analyzing operational data, and ... Collaborate with the Office of Innovation to transform workshop findings into clear pictures ...

Clinical Ink

AI & Innovation Intern

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

Innovation Team is looking for a motivated intern to contribute to real-world projects at the intersection of artificial intelligence, data science, software engineering, and connected health ...

International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc.

FL · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

We are looking for an Intern to join our RE-MASTER CITRUS™ team at the Citrus Innovation Center in Lakeland, Florida. IFF's RE-MASTER™ programs accelerate innovation by identifying unmet ...

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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for innovation intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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The highest paying internships are typically in fields like finance, technology, and consulting, with some offering annual stipends exceeding $10,000 or hourly rates over $30. Innovation interns in competitive industries or at top companies may earn higher stipends, especially if they possess specialized skills or certifications. Compensation varies based on company size, location, and the intern’s experience level.

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What is an Innovation Intern?

An Innovation Intern is a student or recent graduate who supports an organization’s innovation initiatives, often by contributing new ideas, conducting research, and assisting in the development of creative solutions to business challenges. Their role typically involves collaborating with teams to brainstorm, prototype, and test innovative products, services, or processes. Innovation interns gain hands-on experience in problem-solving, project management, and may be exposed to cutting-edge technologies or methodologies. This position helps organizations stay competitive while providing interns with valuable skills and industry insights.

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As an Innovation Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of projects that focus on researching emerging trends, brainstorming new solutions, and supporting the development of prototypes or pilot programs. While you’ll often collaborate with cross-functional teams—such as product development, marketing, and R&D—you’ll also be given opportunities to take ownership of smaller projects or present your findings to stakeholders. The role encourages creativity and initiative, so interns who proactively contribute ideas and demonstrate problem-solving skills are often given more independence and responsibility as the internship progresses.
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Innovation Intern

TW Garner Food Company

Winston Salem, NC • On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

Other

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Description

Garner Foods is seeking a detail-oriented Innovation Intern to support the Innovation team in the development of new food products from benchtop work through food production process support. This full-time, temporary internship provides hands-on exposure to product development, ingredient preparation, sample preparation, testing support, data recording, and customer sample readiness in a food manufacturing environment.


What You'll Do

  • Assist with ingredient preparation and bench sample preparation for new food product development.
  • Prepare, package, label, and test product samples for development activities and customer sample requests.
  • Sample and pick up ingredients and materials from the processing facility and warehouse as needed.
  • Maintain Innovation kitchen stock of ingredients and materials at appropriate levels.
  • Record inventory and traceability information for ingredients and finished product samples.
  • Package and transfer samples to the warehouse for customer shipment according to requirements.
  • Support internal tasting panels for flavor evaluation of ingredients and finished products.
  • Maintain a clean and safe Innovation kitchen in accordance with company, safety, and food safety standards.
  • Follow applicable food safety, safety, sanitation, GMP, PPE, and site access expectations.

What Success Looks Like


A successful Innovation Intern is curious, dependable, organized, and detail-oriented. This person can accurately prepare samples, record data, follow procedures, maintain clean and safe work practices, and support the Innovation team with professionalism and a willingness to learn.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in food science or a closely related field, such as food technology, microbiology, chemistry, or engineering, required or in progress as appropriate for internship placement.
  • Basic knowledge of food science principles and laboratory techniques.
  • Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365, especially Excel and Teams.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately measure, record data, and follow procedures.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior exposure to food product development, food science labs, food manufacturing, or culinary/product testing environments.
  • Experience preparing samples, measuring ingredients, recording data, or maintaining inventory records.
  • Interest in food innovation, quality, product development, or food manufacturing.

Work Environment


This role works primarily in an Innovation kitchen and may support activities involving the processing facility, warehouse, or other controlled areas. The intern may be required to wear PPE and follow applicable safety, food safety, GMP, sanitation, and site access requirements when entering designated areas.


Safety & Food Safety Expectations


All employees are expected to follow company safety, food safety, sanitation, GMP, PPE, and housekeeping expectations. Employees are expected to report unsafe conditions, product concerns, sample concerns, documentation issues, or food safety concerns immediately.


Equal Employment Opportunity


TW Garner Food Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

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