Quality Assurance Intern

The Quality Assurance Intern will support the QA team in ensuring that products meet company and industry standards. This internship offers hands-on experience in a food manufacturing environment (or substitute relevant industry), providing exposure to quality systems, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop a strong knowledge of plant floor activities

Identify and proactively plan for process/system improvement

Assist with daily quality checks on raw materials, in-process, and finished goods

Collect and analyze data related to quality metrics

Support the maintenance of QA documentation, including SOPs and inspection records

Perform environmental monitoring, swabbing, and other microbiological sampling as required

Assist in investigating non-conformances and implementing corrective actions

Help with audits and inspections (internal, customer, or regulatory)

Participate in cross-functional meetings and quality improvement projects

Support the calibration and maintenance of QA equipment

Follow all safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

Assist with creating, training, and Testing Copilot Agents for various Food Quality/Food Safety Tasks.

Align SOP program with industry standards and attain intracompany program alignment

Required and Preferred Qualifications:

Required:

Currently pursuing a degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field

Strong attention to detail, documentation, and organizational skills

Basic understanding of quality systems and laboratory practices

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred:

Previous internship or lab experience is a plus

What You’ll Learn:

Practical application of quality assurance procedures in a manufacturing setting

Exposure to regulatory and customer requirements (e.g., FDA, USDA, SQF, BRC)

Root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques

Importance of cross-functional collaboration in delivering safe, high-quality products