Do you want to make a delicious difference?
As a Bioprocess Engineer Intern, you will design, optimize, and scale up precision fermentation processes for cocoa butter alternatives, while maintaining laboratory equipment and analyzing data.
Opening: 15th July 2025
A Taste of What to Expect
* Design and optimize precision fermentations for cocoa butter alternatives in collaboration with the team
* Operate and maintain bioreactor systems and other essential laboratory equipment
* Conduct experiments, collect samples, and perform analytical tests to monitor and evaluate process performance
* Analyze data to identify trends, optimize process parameters, and troubleshoot issues.
* Support process scale-up, DSP activities, technology transfer, process validation, and develop strategies to improve efficiency and productivity
The Perfect Recipe of Skills & Experience
* Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Bioprocess Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field
* A strong familiarity with bioreactor systems, fermentation processes, sample collection and analysis, and commonly used laboratory equipment in downstream processing is highly advantageous
* Knowledge of basic principles and concepts of fermentation and/or process engineering
* Experience with lipid extraction techniques (e.g., solvent extraction, supercritical fluid extraction, membrane separation) is an advantage
* Basic understanding of process optimization principles and statistical analysis techniques with data analysis software (e.g., Excel, MATLAB, Python) is a plus
* Attention to detail and ability to follow experimental protocols
NB: This internship opportunity must be linked to a mandatory internship through a university and should last 6 months.
A Sweet Package
* Healthy, Delicious Meals: Fresh, subsidised daily lunches, along with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you energised
* Generous Vacation Time: 2.5 days of paid holiday per month to recharge and pursue your personal passions
* Work-Life Flexibility: Flexible working hours, and a flat-hierarchy environment where collaboration and open communication thrive
* Team-Building Events: Strengthen connections and foster a positive team dynamic
* Sensory Experiences: Evaluate and contribute to the flavour, colour, and aroma of both current and future recipes
* Chocolate, Every. Single. Day: Because who wouldn't want to indulge in delicious chocolate every single day?
About us
We produce all-natural cocoa-free innovations without compromising on taste, quality, and sustainability to preserve the Earth for our children.
We are on a constant journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success, we empower our team to take bold action and make a difference. Every role is designed with purpose, where together ideas flourish, opportunities expand and boundaries are pushed. Joining our team is a step toward to protecting the planet we love.
As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
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