Food R&D Internship - Master Thesis
Pubblicato il 21-09-2026 - Prodotti Gianni in Lazio
Prodotti Gianni
is a leading, family-owned company based in Milan with a strong reputation as a distributor of food ingredients.
Beyond distribution, we develop custom functional blends that meet our clients' unique needs.
We collaborate with major Italian players, from small businesses to large corporations, and are strengthening our market position through strategic investments in our people and a new innovation lab.
Prodotti Gianni is a key player not only in the food sector but also in Cosmetics, Nutraceuticals, Pharmaceuticals, offering exciting career development opportunities across multiple industries.
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Your Role: As a
Food
R&D; Intern , you will be part of our Food R&D; team and will lead, supported by our Raw Material Specialist, a scientific project aiming to improve internal knowledge about our key ingredients and their functionalities.
Project proposal : Characterization of the functional properties of a specific ingredient type in systematic model matrices, followed by evaluation in complex application matrices Phase I
– knowledge: Literature review, scientific state of the art on the topic Phase II
– Systematic characterization: Analytical evaluations of micro & macro functionalities Phase III
– Application study: Testing observations in complex matrices (food products)
Who You Are:
We're looking for a passionate, rigorous and practical student with a genuine interest in food science and product development.
xjncmbx Deep understanding of ingredient functionality and food processing Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent problem-solving and multitasking abilities Proactive attitude and willingness to learn Good communication and teamwork skills English proficiency (B2 level minimum) Residence within one hour of Milan or willingness to relocate Availability to be primarily on-site at our Innovation Lab
Preferred Qualifications Ongoing Master's Degree in Food Science & Technology, Gastronomic Sciences or related disciplines Previous experience in food ingredient companies or food manufacturing environments is a plus
What We Offer: A dynamic, flexible, and innovation-driven environment within one of Italy's most respected distributors A collaborative culture where passion, curiosity, and impact go hand in hand with having fun at work Career development opportunities across multiple industries, including Food, Nutraceuticals, Cosmetics, and Pharmaceuticals The opportunity to contribute to the creation of a new laboratory and the growth of an ambitious company
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