Overall Purpose and Objective of Position
This position is that of a Research & Development Intern to work with the R&D team on experimental and data‑driven exploration of plant protein ingredients. The intern will support protein extraction, purification, and characterization efforts, and may also contribute to data analysis or computational exploration that informs experimental design and decision‑making. This role is intended for students seeking hands‑on research experience in an industrial R&D environment and is scoped as a learning‑focused internship integrating experimental development with computational workflows.
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Main responsibilities:
• Execute laboratory experiments related to plant protein extraction, purification, and characterization at bench scale
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental datasets to support process optimization and hypothesis generation
• Support exploratory data analysis or basic computational workflows (e.g., scripting, modeling, or literature‑driven in‑silico exploration) as they relate to experimental R&D questions
• Contribute to experimental design under guidance by integrating learnings from lab results, scientific literature, and data analysis
• Document experimental procedures, results, and observations clearly and in a timely manner
• Maintain good laboratory organization, hygiene, and safety practices
Role requirements:
• Comfort working in a hands‑on laboratory environment, with interest in understanding underlying mechanisms through data
• Willingness to work across both experimental and analytical tasks depending on project needs
• Curiosity‑driven mindset with the ability to learn new tools and approaches
Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses
Basic qualification:
Experience
Basic qualification:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)
Technical / Scientific
Analytical / Computational (Applied, not software‑focused)
Work Style / Mindset
Communication / Collaboration
Professional Expectations
Equipment Used
Laboratory Equipment
Data & Analysis Tools
Documentation & Reporting
Working Conditions
Decision Making/Accountability
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)
Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Equal employment opportunity (EEO)
Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.
We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us