Summer 2027 Intern: Product Development - Join our Early Talent Community

This positing is not tied to a specific open role. Ofi (Olam Food Ingredients) is building an Early Talent Community for individuals interested in internship opportunities for Summer 2027.

By joining this community, you may be considered for future opportunities and may be contacted by our recruiting team as roles align with your interests, skills, and availability.

ofi is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients and solutions. Through our core ingredient platforms that we’re known for globally – cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices – we partner with food and beverage manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice operators worldwide to help meet evolving consumer needs.

With deep roots in origin countries and close relationships with farmers, we help deliver quality, traceability, transparency, and resilient supply chains. By combining sourcing expertise, market knowledge, innovation, and technical capabilities, we create value for customers while driving positive impact for people and the planet.

Together, ofi employees advance our Purpose: to be the change for good food and a healthy future.

About the Experience:

ofi’s summer internship program is a great way to gain relevant experience to jump-start your career. You will work closely with exceptional talent and contribute to critical work for our business.  As a Summer 2027 Intern, you will have opportunities to learn and contribute to what’s on trend in food & beverage while building a robust network, demonstrating leadership skills, and having fun along the way.

ofi values in-person collaboration with colleagues – employees are expected to work their specific work schedule on site at their ofi location.

Why Join Our Talent Community?

Members of our Early Talent Community May Receive:

• Early Awareness of upcoming internship opportunities
• Consideration across multiple Product Development and Innovation teams.
• Updates on our hiring process for future opportunities

Joining the community allows us to stay connected as business needs evolve.

Who Should Consider Joining?

This community may be a good fit for individuals who:

• Are currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree majoring in Food Science or a related discipline.
• Are exploring internship opportunities in product development and innovation within the food industry.
• Want to be considered for future internship opportunities as they become available

Candidates are generally expected to be rising juniors, seniors, or graduate students. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting all applicable legal, regulatory, and company requirements, including work authorization.

What Happens After You Apply?

• You will receive confirmation that you have joined our Early Career Talent Community
• Your information will be reviewed and retained for consideration for future opportunities
• Our recruiting team may reach out as roles become available that align with your background and interests

Please note timing and frequency of outreach will vary based on business needs. Applying does not guarantee an interview and does not mean a specific role is currently open. If your background is a match for the confirmed opening, a recruiter will reach out directly; we’re unable to provide individual status updates.

As an ofi intern, you’ll enjoy a rewarding summer at ofi with competitive pay and perks.

The pay for this role ranges from $22-$32 and is based on position responsibilities, degree, and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors. This range reflects our current expected pay for the role and is subject to change based on final budget approval, business needs, and market conditions at time of hire.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference: 

• Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi
• Assistance with your relocation and housing expenses, you are eligible for a one-time stipend if your permanent address is more than 35 miles from your work location.

This is a temporary role; therefore, it is not eligible for health insurance or ofi’s standard employee benefits package

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.