Research and Development - Intern (Simple Mills)

Location:

US

Date: Sep 3, 2026

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

Comprehensive health and medical benefits
401(k) Retirement savings plan
Professional growth and leadership training
Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

*Interns are not eligible for benefits unless they return as full-time employees.

Bringing Home the Dough

$20 - $25 an hour— based on projected academic level at time of internship

Location: Onsite—Mill Valley, CA. Must reside within 15 hours of Mill Valley prior to the internship.

A fixed housing stipend will be provided, and reliable personal transportation is required, or intern must arrange and cover the cost of public transportation.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

As a Research and Development Intern, you will work alongside a full-time Simple Mills Research and Development team member, gaining a basic understanding of sensory science and product reviews. You will capture, report, and interpret data with a steady focus to ensure complete accuracy. In this role, you will prepare, test, and evaluate food and ingredient samples using established methods and equipment.

The Research and Development Intern will need to demonstrate competency in collecting analytical data and maintaining lab records. This role will allow personal and professional growth through meaningful projects that encourage the use of current and developing skills.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

Strong analytical and data processing skills
Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
Strong bakery and lab equipment knowledge

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

Must be a rising junior or senior pursuing a 4-year degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Bakery Science and Management, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or a related field

Salary Range- $20 - $25 an hour

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Lacey Harper at Lacey.Harper@flocorp.com or (1) 229 4215755.