Food R&D (Flavor)

• Period: 2025 June – August (8 weeks)
• Location: Suwon, South Korea (R&D Center/CJ Blossom Park)

• Professional and Personal Growth: An opportunity to gain practical experience in flavor R&D, working on cutting-edge projects that impact global food markets.
• Cultural Immersion: Immerse yourself in K-Culture and K-Food, gaining insights into the global influence of Korean cuisine and its expanding presence in the food industry.
• Mentorship and Development: Receive guidance from experienced professionals in flavor science and food technology, learning best practices and industry trends.
• Networking and Infrastructure Visits: Engage in networking events and visit state-of-the-art R&D facilities, gaining a deep understanding of CJ’s innovation-driven processes.

As a Flavor R&D Intern, you’ll be fully integrated into CJ CheilJedang’s Flavor R&D Team at our Suwon R&D Center, contributing to the development of new flavor solutions that appeal to diverse global markets.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Flavor Development: Conduct research and experimentation to develop innovative flavors for a variety of food products, aligning with global consumer preferences and trends.
• Consumer-Centric Solutions: Work on flavor solutions that prioritize consumer appeal, ensuring that flavor profiles meet the expectations of different markets while maintaining authenticity and taste quality.
• Cost Efficiency: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure flavor solutions are developed with cost efficiency in mind, balancing quality with business objectives.
• Sustainability Integration: Research sustainable ingredients and processes that can be incorporated into flavor development, helping reduce environmental impact.
• Global Flavor Trends Research: Track and analyze global flavor trends, identifying opportunities for CJ to stay ahead of consumer demand in various international markets.

Through this internship, you will gain hands-on experience in flavor development, contributing to projects that play a key role in CJ CheilJedang’s mission to deliver innovative, consumer-focused food solutions globally.

[Minimum Qualifications]

• Commitment: Able to commit to an on-site, full-time internship.
• Academic Status: Currently enrolled in or graduated from a 4-year college or university outside of South Korea, pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry), with an expected graduation date by December 2025.
• Relocation: Willing to relocate to our CJ CheilJedang R&D Center in Suwon, South Korea, for the duration of the internship.
• Travel: Possess a valid passport and are able to travel internationally.
• Post-Graduation: Open to starting a full-time position upon graduation.

[Qualifications]

• Relevant Academic Background: Majoring in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or another closely related field is a must.
• Flavor Science Expertise: Strong interest in flavor development, with knowledge of sensory analysis, flavor compounds, and how flavors interact with different food products.
• Analytical Skills: Demonstrated ability to conduct research and analyze data related to flavor chemistry and ingredient functionality.
• Experience: Prior experience or coursework in flavor development, food product formulation, or related fields is preferred.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop innovative flavor solutions that balance consumer preferences, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
• Cultural Competency: Openness to living and working in Korea, with the ability to engage effectively with global markets.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English; proficiency in Korean or additional languages is a plus.