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Wakefern Food Corp. · 6 hours ago

Quality Assurance: Own Brands Internship

Elizabeth, NJ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$17/hr - $19/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States, supporting its co-operative members' retail operations. The Own Brands Intern will assist in evaluating and testing Own Brands products, ensuring they meet quality standards while gaining hands-on experience in a lab environment.

Food and BeverageRetailRetail Technology

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Carly Costanza, MBA

Responsibilities

Assist in sensory evaluations on Own Brands products on site or in another Wakefern Building

Evaluate and write up Own Brands products against written specifications and targeted products for sensory and quality attributes to determine if an item is approved or rejected based on internal standards. Conduct appropriate follow-up procedures when standards are not met

Perform inventory management and logistics of product samples

Calibrate and maintain lab equipment to keep everything running smoothly

Assist the lab on preparing lab samples for specialists to evaluate

Coordinate the communication of approved/rejected Own Brands products to the internal Own Brands Team

Assist in coordinating and conducting product cuttings, formal presentations or other activities for Own Brands products

Understands application of scientific methods to experimental design and problem solving to assist project teams

Compiles and summarizes results of routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and communicates results

Assist in transfer of Technology process

Review supplier compliance documentation

Handle multiple and varied projects/tasks simultaneously and within required time schedules

Be assigned projects to strengthen knowledge of department

Qualification

Food ScienceQuality AssuranceAnalytical SkillsMS OfficeCustomer Service SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Must be at least 18 years old

Must have completed 24 college credits with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or better

Will be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate school for fall

Successful completion of a substance abuse test is required

Successful completion of a background check is required

Valid driver's license and flexibility with regard to travel required

Strong interpersonal, analytical, and customer service skills with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively

Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presentation)

Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word and PowerPoint required)

Ability to exhibit proper business etiquette when dealing with all levels of the organization

Work 40 hours a week Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:30pm which may include holidays

Preferred

Previous work experience in a retail environment is beneficial

Benefits

Vibrant Food Centric Culture

Corporate Training and Development University

Collaborative Team Environment

Educational Workshops

Networking Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

Company

Wakefern Food Corp.

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Wakefern Food Corp. is employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services.

Founded in 1946

Keasbey, New Jersey, USA

10001+ employees

http://www2.wakefern.com

H1B Sponsorship

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