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Product Testing Intern Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Product Development Intern Schedule: (Hybrid) Monday and Friday are remote, while Tuesday-Thursday ... Ingredient exploration in testing out new options that could improve product performance or ...

Quality Engineer Intern

Mokena, IL · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

As a Quality Engineering Intern, you will work closely with our engineering, manufacturing, and ... Hands-on experience in quality engineering and product testing. * Exposure to real-world ...

Software QA Intern

Gary, IN · On-site

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

... our software products. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and ... As a Software QA Intern at Vista Robotics, you will be involved in testing and analyzing software ...

Software QA Intern

Aurora, IL · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... our software products. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and ... As a Software QA Intern at Vista Robotics, you will be involved in testing and analyzing software ...

Software QA Intern

Hammond, IN · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... our software products. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and ... As a Software QA Intern at Vista Robotics, you will be involved in testing and analyzing software ...

Software QA Intern

Aurora, IL · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... our software products. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and ... As a Software QA Intern at Vista Robotics, you will be involved in testing and analyzing software ...

Software QA Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

... our software products. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and ... As a Software QA Intern at Vista Robotics, you will be involved in testing and analyzing software ...

Software QA Intern

Gary, IN · On-site

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

... our software products. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and ... As a Software QA Intern at Vista Robotics, you will be involved in testing and analyzing software ...

Software QA Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

... our software products. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and ... As a Software QA Intern at Vista Robotics, you will be involved in testing and analyzing software ...

Software QA Intern

Hammond, IN · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... our software products. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and ... As a Software QA Intern at Vista Robotics, you will be involved in testing and analyzing software ...

Software QA Intern

Aurora, IL · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

... our software products. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and ... As a Software QA Intern at Vista Robotics, you will be involved in testing and analyzing software ...

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How much do product testing intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for product testing intern in Chicago, IL is $21.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.84 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Product Testing Intern vs Quality Assurance Intern?

AspectProduct Testing InternQuality Assurance Intern
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or ongoing college coursework, basic understanding of testing processesHigh school diploma or college coursework, knowledge of QA principles
Work EnvironmentLaboratory, testing facilities, or office settingsOffice, lab, or production environments
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, manufacturing, consumer electronicsSoftware companies, manufacturing, healthcare
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level testing roles in product developmentExploring QA internship opportunities in related fields

Product Testing Interns focus on executing specific tests on products to identify issues, often working closely with development teams. Quality Assurance Interns have a broader role in ensuring overall product quality, including process audits and documentation. While both roles involve testing, Product Testing Interns are more hands-on with product evaluation, whereas QA Interns focus on quality systems and procedures.

What are the most commonly searched types of Product Testing jobs in Chicago, IL? The most popular types of Product Testing jobs in Chicago, IL are:
Infographic showing various Product Testing Intern job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Internship, 13% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 25% Temporary. Highlights an 74% In-person, 13% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,412 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Product Development Intern

Winland Foods, Inc.

Oak Brook, IL • On-site

$27.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Winland Foods rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

178th of 436 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Winland Foods, Inc., based in Oak Brook, IL, is a global manufacturer of private label and branded foods for retail and co-pack customers. We use only the finest ingredients and ensure every product we make meets the highest standards of taste, quality and accessibility. Across all our food categories, we offer customers a range of premium and value solutions to meet the evolving needs of the consumers. We work closely with our customers to offer consumer-loved brands and custom private label products, and also create new innovative products. We specialize in pasta, sauces, syrups, dressings, jams and jellies, pie fillings, pita chips, dry dinners, dry baking ingredients, and more. We are proud to share we have manufacturing facilities across the United States, Canada, and Italy.
Employee Type:
Full time
Location:
IL Oak Brook
Job Type:
Administration
Job Posting Title:
Product Development Intern
Job Description:
Schedule: (Hybrid) Monday and Friday are remote, while Tuesday-Thursday are in office
Work Location: 2015 Spring Road Suite 400, Oak Brook, IL 60523
Salary: $27.50 per hour, with an additional one-time lump sum payment to support expenses
Duration: May to August 2027 - Summer Internship
Job Summary:
As an Intern/Coop in Research, Development & Innovation, you will have the unique opportunity to apply Food science principles to meet project objectives. Our team has deep technical expertise across a variety of packaging formats. You can expect a combination of:
  • Stimulating projects
  • Exposure to industry experts
  • On-the-job learning alongside experienced professionals
  • Continuous development opportunities, and much more

As an intern/coop, you will work independently and as part of various teams, working toward goals on project assignments with guidance provided as needed with the intent of offering opportunities to develop the knowledge and skills to prepare the intern/coop for a career as a Packaging Engineer after graduation.
Examples of Projects:
  • New product development; concept/prototype work.
  • Cost savings initiatives; Optimization, quality improvements, material substitutions.
  • Product renovation which involves modifying existing product attributes to address operational issues or customer needs.
  • Ingredient exploration in testing out new options that could improve product performance or improved functionality.

In addition to hands-on experience in Finance, this position will provide the intern with:
  • Skills in project leadership, project management, time management and organizational skills
  • Understanding the function of ingredients within a formula
  • Exposure to manufacturing equipment in understanding the impact of process conditions and controls.
  • Presentation skills as you present your findings to the cross functional team and R&D Leadership Team
  • Experience in team collaboration as you work with a cross-functional team on delivering project objectives. This includes building skills in assessing how each role impacts the commercialization of a product and influencing and negotiating to align the team.

EEO Statement:
Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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