Internship - Research & Development - Summer 2027
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The Summer 2027 R&D internship supports departmental functions and projects at Wells Enterprises. Interns work alongside technologists on new product launches and revisions, with hands-on pilot plant activities such as mix testing, operating ice cream production and freezing equipment, and organizing samples. They also work on recipe, specification, and mix formula development while learning the product development process from start to finish.
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Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)
Functional Area: R&D
The Role
Under general supervision provides essential support for departmental functions that include a wide range of activities and initiatives.
What You’ll Do
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Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major
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Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader
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Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the teams success in reaching goals and objectives
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Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks
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Interns will work alongside our technologists on projects related to the launching of new items and revisions of current items.
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Much of the work will be hands-on pilot plant work to include mix testing, running ice cream production and freezing equipment, and organizing samples.
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Interns will also work recipe, specification, and mix formula development.
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Interns will work alongside a product development technologist and learn the process of development from start to finish.
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Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny , Halo Top , Bomb Pop , and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand , Baby Ruth , Nutella and Kinder Bueno .
Wells Enterprises is a $ 2 billion company employing 4,000 employees , across four production plants and two main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars . Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams.
As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero’s global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment.
At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition. Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com .
What We Offer
At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here (https://wellsenterprisesinc.com/news/benefits) .
Requisition ID : 2209705
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