Operations Intern

Indianapolis, IN, USInternship$46k–$54k2026-10-08 → 2026-11-10

On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Support R&D plant-based protein ingredient characterization, evaluate functional characteristics, and verify nutritional characteristics including in vitro digestibility.

Role type

Summer intern (R&D/Manufacturing support)

Builds

Plant-based protein ingredients for food and beverage applications

Domain

Food & Beverage / Plant-based proteins

Deliverable

research

Required skills

Safety compliance, quality procedures, production scheduling, maintenance support, continuous improvement, technical communication

Preferred skills

Creative problem-solving, adaptability, teamwork

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Ensure workforce compliance with plant quality procedures, support plant productivity and production scheduling, remove obstacles to hourly workforce productivity, support maintenance requirements and cost control, identify and execute improvement projects, lead and manage production requirements with hourly workforce

Seniority

Intern

About Ingredion

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.