R&D Measurement Systems Internship

Position Title: Global R&D - Measurement Systems Internship - Summer 2025

Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time ​

Position Location: Florenceville PPTC

Grade: Grade 01

Requisition ID: 34547

Research and Development Measurement Systems Internship

About the role.

The Global Research & Development team at McCain's founding location in Florenceville, New Brunswick, is hiring a Measurement Systems intern for the summer of 2025 (May through August).

In this role, you will take on a range of responsibilities in support of various R&D projects. The team's primary focus is to research and develop new methods of measuring McCain products and processes. Your role would involve fundamental research, experimental design, data collection and analysis, and scientific reporting. You will also have the opportunity to work in a laboratory environment and on our pilot-scale potato processing line.

Accountabilities:

• Designing and conducting scientific experimentation in a laboratory environment
• Handling hazardous chemicals and conducting chemical analyses
• Designing experiments and collecting reliable, accurate, and reproducible analytical data
• Managing and statistically analyzing data and formulating evidence-based conclusions
• Report writing and communication using scientific methodology
• Fundamental research and literature review
• Potato processing support in a small-scale manufacturing environment
• Miscellaneous support (e.g., sensory assistance, product development, general facility support)
• Gain hands-on experience in our corporate analytical laboratory
• Enhance your understanding of how measurement technology is developed to meet different stakeholders' needs
• Have an opportunity to conduct your analytical project with support from peers
• Deliver project goals through collaboration & teamwork
• Multi-task between projects and priorities

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing bachelor's or Master's in food science, chemistry, biology, or a relevant field
• Experience with analytical lab operations
• Foundational knowledge of statistical and practical mathematical concepts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Passion for delivering high-quality work
• An interest in scientific design, experimentation, data analysis, and research.
• A passion for detail and evidence-based research and design

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Skills:

• Good analytical laboratory practices (safety, preparation, documentation, proper use of analytical instruments, method validation, calibration, etc.)
• Systematic approach to problem-solving
• Advanced mathematical skills
• Strong communication skills at all levels of the organization
• Deliver project goals through collaboration & teamwork
• Multi-task between projects and priorities

About the team.

The Measurement Systems team, part of Global Sensory and User Experience, specializes in developing measurement technologies and applying data science to enable insight-led initiatives and operational efficiency improvements.

About McCain.

At McCain, we're feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That's why we're dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain!

Leadership Principles.

Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organization. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles.

We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success.

We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success.

We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together.

We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain.

The McCain experience.

We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually—your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we're better together.

Hybrid

Compensation Package: $23.00 - $26.00 CAD hourly

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education/training, and other organizational needs.

Benefits: At McCain, we're on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person's needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Due to the duration of this role, you will not be eligible for traditional benefits through our programs. McCain's early careers programming offers a multitude of learning experiences aimed at advancing your career in the future.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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Job Family: Student & Graduates; Research & Development
Division: Global Research and Development
Department: ​Measurement Systems ​
Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol || CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Fredericton || CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Hartland

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)