Food Scientist Intern (f/m/d)

Intern / Student, Full-time · Munich

Do you want to make a delicious difference?

Planet A Foods is for those who want to build something extraordinary with tangible purpose.

We’re reinventing how the world makes food ingredients, such as chocolate, replacing scarce, unsustainable raw materials with scalable, clean, and delicious alternatives.
We are united by impact, driven by innovation, and energized by the mission of building a food system that serves both people and the planet. Working here means choosing meaningful challenges over easy wins. You’ll join an entrepreneurial, international team of scientists, engineers, operators, and industry experts who are deeply committed to creating real planetary impact.

If you are looking for shaping your career in product development while making a tangible impact on the food industry, Planet A Foods is the right place for you. As a Food Scientist Intern, you'll contribute to enhancing the overall sensory including aroma and flavor in our ChoViva and a new innovative ingredient under development, while assisting with ingredient preparation and prototype development.

A Taste of What to Expect

You will support in recipe, product and/or flavor development of the current ChoViva products or a new ingredient currently under development
Plan and carry our test productions, including raw material preparation
Conduct food science analyses using tools such as rheometers, texture analyzers, refractometers and sensory evaluation methods
Assist in flavor analytics using GC-MS where applicable
Document new recipes and create product prototypes in collaboration with the Sales team
Assist with daily operational tasks, including packing and shipping prototypes to clients

The Perfect Recipe of Skills & Experience

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition or similar field
Ideally, you have some initial experience in the food sector
You have a passion for sustainable food and working hand in hand with other ambitious people on something meaningful
You are enthusiastic about food science and product development and willing to learn food science related analytical methods
You are self-disciplined, hands-on, pro-active and ready to take ownership

This internship opportunity must be linked to a mandatory internship through a university and should last 6 months. We don't accept thesis projects.

A Sweet Package

Be part of the fastest growing startup in the food industry
Early ownership and responsibility in a fast-moving environment
Accelerated learning through hands-on work, mentorship and training
2.5 vacation days per month and flexible working hours
Fresh lunches, snacks, and drinks
Vouchers for sports, wellbeing, and lifestyle perks
Regular team events and shared company moments
Chocolate. Every. Single. Day.

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About us

We produce all-natural cocoa-free innovations without compromising on taste, quality, and sustainability to preserve the Earth for our children.

We are on a constant journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success, we empower our team to take bold action and make a difference. Every role is designed with purpose, where together ideas flourish, opportunities expand and boundaries are pushed. Joining our team is a step toward to protecting the planet we love.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

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Your application!

We are excited that you are interested in Planet A Foods! Please fill in the following short form. Should you have any difficulties in uploading your files, please contact us by mail at: people@forplaneta.com