Internship : Lab assistant R&D Chocolate

Beschrijving

Beschrijving van de vacature

Functie categorie: Onderzoek en Ontwikkeling

Vacaturelocatie: BEL - Groot-Bijgaarden

Land/Regio: België

Wie ben jij?: Studenten

Permanent/Tijdelijk:

Werktijd: Voltijds

Hiring request: 35781
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Mission and key tasks


As a lab assistant intern R&D Chocolate team, you will support the development of Puratos in real chocolate, compound chocolate & fillings through the organization of lab and pilot tests, analytical and sensorial measurements and reporting.


During this internship, you will:

• Execute lab, pilot, application and sensory trials
• Organize the analytical, texture and sensory measurements on the pure products and within applications
• Record and analyze the results and establish trial reports including conclusions and interpretations.

Who are we looking for?

• You are a Bachelor student in food and/or dietary science, chemistry or biochemistry, or in any related field.

• Proficiency in English is required, as English is the working language

Practical info's

• Period of the internship : from August to September 2026
• Location of the internship: Puratos HQ, Groot-Bijgaarden & Puratos Erembodegem, Belgium
• To be eligible for this role, candidates must hold a valid work and residence authorization allowing employment in Belgium. Puratos is not sponsoring work permits or visa applications for this position.

Who are we?


Puratos is a growing, international, Belgian family business with a team of more than 11 000 employees worldwide. Since 1919, we have been developing, producing and distributing innovative ingredients for the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors and helping our customers to be successful. We are committed to the health and well-being of people and protecting the planet.


Are you looking for the right recipe for your career? Choose Puratos, a Top Employer in Belgium.


We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.