Product Developer Placement

About the Scheme

This is a 12-month Product Developer Placement Scheme focused on chocolate science and technology.

What you will do:

• Gain hands-on experience in product formulation, sensory evaluation, and consumer insights.
• Contribute to the development of new chocolate products from concept to launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in marketing, quality assurance, and supply chain.
• Experiment with ingredients and processes to meet consumer demands.
• Enhance skills in project management and market analysis.

What you will learn:

• Product formulation: Science behind creating new products, ingredient selection, and formulation techniques.
• Sensory evaluation: Assessing and analysing taste, texture, and aroma.
• Market research and consumer insights: Gathering and analysing consumer data.
• Project management: Planning, executing, and managing projects, including timelines and budgets.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Working with marketing, quality assurance, and supply chain departments.

Benefits:

• Flexible working options
• Inclusive culture with employee-run networks
• Comprehensive benefits
• Pastoral support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Potential relocation support (£2,000)
• Gym facilities
• Prayer rooms
• Rewards and recognition

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must have the right to work in the UK that is not time-limited and does not require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
• Must be in your penultimate year of studying Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering.

Recruitment Journey:

• Apply and answer eligibility questions.
• Complete an online assessment.
• If successful, attend an assessment day in York between January and March 2027.
• Do not upload a CV; upload relevant qualifications.

Important Dates:

• Start date: 14th June 2027
• Assessment days: January - March 2027

Note: Advertisements may close early if sufficient applicants are received.