Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. For 170 years, we have sourced agricultural products where they are grown, and transported and transformed them for customers and consumers around the world, working with a wide range of trusted partners – from smallholder farmers to global organizations.

Today, we help feed and clothe more than 500 million people each year with goods as varied as cereals, oilseeds, coffee and cotton. We do so with passion and the purpose to create fair and sustainable value, for the benefit of current and future generations.

LDC’s R&D group is looking for an Intern to work with the Research & Development team on protein purification and characterization.

Main responsibilities:

• Understand and execute tasks as directed and as laid out in standard operating procedures
• Protein purification at bench scale
• Physicochemical characterization of protein rich ingredients
• Ensure all the results are reported in quality and timely manner
• Analytical mindset with proven ability to gather, interpret and synthesize large volumes of data.
• Keep order and hygiene in all areas
• Practice LDC’s safety standards at all times

Role requirements:

• A genuine desire to work in plant-based ingredients and food space.
• Capacity to work independently within defined experimental frame.
• Basic laboratory experience. Knowledge in protein chemistry is a plus.
• Problem-solving, time-management and organizational skills.
• Adaptability and accountability.
• Critical thinking and attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset with proven ability to gather, interpret and synthesize large volumes of data.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as an individual or collaborate as part of a team

Education:  

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree or associate degree in food science, chemistry, biochemistry or relevant field.
• Experience in the lab is preferred but not required.

Languages:

• Written and verbal English language proficiency

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards

Diversity is part of our DNA. LDC strives to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where people can thrive regardless of gender, sexuality, ethnicity or background.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us