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Food Science Intern

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Food Science Intern Forever Cheese is hiring! We're looking for a detail-oriented, curious, and ... About The Role This is a part-time, temp-to-perm internship: the position begins on a temporary ...

Food Science Intern Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm - Part-Time, On-Site, Flexible Hours ... perm internship: the position begins on a temporary basis, with the potential to convert to a ...

Food Science Intern Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm - Part-Time, On-Site, Flexible Hours ... perm internship: the position begins on a temporary basis, with the potential to convert to a ...

Food Science Intern Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm - Part-Time, On-Site, Flexible Hours ... perm internship: the position begins on a temporary basis, with the potential to convert to a ...

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Food Science Intern

Secaucus, NJ • On-site

Forever Cheese
Food Services and Drinking Places • 1 - 10 employees

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Other

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Food Science Intern

Forever Cheese is hiring! We're looking for a detail-oriented, curious, and self-motivated individual to join us at Forever Cheese. Consider joining us, if you want to:

  • Gain hands-on experience in food safety, labeling, and regulatory compliance
  • Work in a dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact
  • Build practical industry experience alongside great people

About Us:

Forever Cheese, LLC. is a privately held specialty food company headquartered in New York City with a warehouse location in Secaucus, New Jersey. Founded in 1998, Forever Cheese is the leading importer of fine artisan cheese, cured meats, nuts and accompaniments from the Mediterranean. Our relationships with both suppliers and customers are of utmost importance. For over 20 years, the company has sourced authentic specialty foods from Italy, Spain, Portugal and Croatia. Some of our company-owned brands include Mitica®, Drunken Goat® and Fulvi® Pecorino Romano.

About The Role

This is a part-time, temp-to-perm internship: the position begins on a temporary basis, with the potential to convert to a permanent role based on performance and business needs. Benefits eligibility begins upon conversion to permanent status. The Food Science Intern will assist the Regulatory team in supporting compliance with food safety, labeling, and quality assurance standards. This role plays an important part in ensuring accurate product information and documentation while collaborating across departments to uphold high standards of food safety and regulatory compliance. The intern will gain hands-on experience working with internal teams and industry platforms, supporting day-to-day operations and special projects within a food manufacturing environment.

Successful candidates:

  • Have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Have a passion for food science or an interest in learning about the specialty food industry.
  • Are organized, manage their time well, and can balance tasks within deadlines.
  • Work well both independently and collaboratively within teams.

Responsibilities

  • Perform accurate data entry into compliance platforms such as 1WorldSync, TraceGains, and other industry portals
  • Assist with generating and verifying Nutrition Facts Panels (NFP) and GTINs
  • Collect and organize supplier documentation such as Certificates of Analysis (COAs), allergen declarations, and product specifications
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA), Research & Development (R&D), and Supply Chain teams to verify and update raw material and finished product data
  • Support daily administrative tasks and contribute to special projects related to food safety and quality systems
  • Participate actively in cross-functional team communications to ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance
  • Carries out any additional duties that may be assigned or requested

Qualifications and Skills

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Food Science; Microbiology, Nutrition, Dairy Science, or other relevant sciences are also considered
  • Experience with, or willingness to learn, data entry into food safety and regulatory platforms such as TraceGains or ReposiTrak
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Work Environment and Physical Demands

  • Primarily office-based within a warehouse environment
  • Ability to manage tasks within deadlines and support dynamic project needs

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities and requirements, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function within our company. Forever Cheese, LLC reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet changing industry or business needs as necessary.