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.
Location: White Marsh, MD Idea Lab
Workplace type: Hybrid / On Site
We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious student to join our Customer Innovation team for Summer 2027! As the Customer Innovation Intern, you will provide technical support to the program and related customers in the US/Canada…
What they want
- Passionate about food science with a strong curiosity and eagerness to learn
- Able to collaborate effectively with peers and cross-functional teams while also working independently to achieve results.
- A creative problem solver who challenges conventional approaches and embraces a continuous improvement mindset.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and navigating ambiguity with flexibility and resilience.
- Present prototypes, project status, updates and outcomes to team and key stakeholders.
- Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.
- Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s degree program in Food Science, Food Engineering or a related field.
- If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.
- If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at ww.ingredion.com/careers.
What you get
- Total Rewards Package – competitive hourly salary based on your degree program. Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location
- Internship Program Events & Activities – programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL
- Intern Coaching Program – pairing with a mentor to coach development and integration in Ingredion’s culture
- Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups – the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion’s Inclusion & Belonging strategy
- Employee Recognition Program – a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
- Employee Discount Program – provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel
- Starts
- 2026-09-15