Food Technical Internship (12 months)

About the role

This 12‑month internship sits within Sainsbury’s Technical team and offers a hands‑on experience in food science, product development and retail supply‑chain. You will work on two six‑month projects that deliver real business value while gaining exposure to suppliers, stores and cross‑functional teams.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver two distinct six‑month projects aligned with Sainsbury’s food technical priorities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to gather data and insights.
• Present project findings and recommendations to senior leaders.
• Visit stores and supplier sites to understand the end‑to‑end product journey.
• Support the technical team in day‑to‑day activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Current second‑year bachelor student studying Food Science or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum predicted 2:2 degree classification.
• Strong passion for food, retail and sustainability.
• Excellent communication, time‑management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and absorb knowledge from experienced colleagues.

Required skills

What we offer

• Paid internship with a FTSE 100 company.
• Mentorship from senior technical experts.
• Opportunity to build a professional network across the supply chain.
• Insight into the food retail industry and potential future career pathways.