Research & Development Intern

Overview

Kemin Industries is hiring a Research & Development Intern for the Enzyme Technology group! As an Intern, you will be introduced as to how enzymes are produced and different industrial application. You will participate in a project to help engineer and screen for a high enzyme producing fungus. Some of your lab responsibilities will be to prepare different growth media, transformation, growing shake flask cultures, and performing enzyme activity assays.  Other responsibilities will include attending and participating in group meetings, and intern sponsored events.  The goal for the Internship will be to assist in strain engineering and successfully identify high enzyme producing strain that can be used to large scale production.

We Are Kemin  

We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us.   

We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century.    

We are a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services.   

For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products to customers around the world.    

Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States. 

Responsibilities

• Spearhead a summer project that will leave a lasting impact.
• Assist with various tasks within your team. 
• Participate in department meetings and contribute ideas regularly.
• Liaison with other departments regarding work and initiatives.
• Identify process improvements and create standard work.
• Partake in the Kemin Summer Internship Program events and trainings.
• Prepare and give a final presentation to Kemin Industries leadership.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: 
  • Undergraduate student in biochemistry, biology, molecular biology or related field of study.
  • Graduate students may also apply

• Ability to commit to 10-12 weeks of full-time employment during the months of May-August.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills
• strong written and communication skills
• Experience with Excel
• A high level of passion for your field of study

Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodation will be considered. 

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.  Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position. 

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