Internship: R&D Fermentation Engineer (Bakery)

Location: hirify.global Andenne, Belgium; onsite laboratory internship

Company

hirify.global is an international Belgian family business developing and producing ingredients and solutions for the bakery, patisserie, and chocolate sectors.

What you will do

• Improve the organoleptic and functional qualities of sourdough using innovative ingredients and optimized process conditions.
• Conduct experiments at laboratory scale and in 15L bioreactors.
• Characterize sourdough performance through leavening, acidification, baking tests, and sensory analysis.
• Support formulation and recipe optimization to improve product quality and consistency.
• Perform bibliographic research, prepare internal reports, and present progress during team meetings.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and workspaces while contributing to continuous improvement of laboratory practices.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in food sciences, food technology, bioengineering, or a related field.
• Interest in microbiology and R&D, with a genuine interest in bakery, pastry, or chocolate.
• Fluency in French and/or English is required.
• Dynamic, pragmatic, proactive, and able to communicate, present, plan, and organize effectively.
• Available for an internship of at least 4 months, starting in January 2027, in Belgium.
• Must hold valid work and residence authorization allowing employment in Belgium.

Nice to have

• Initial experience in the food sector.
• Access to a car; the train station is approximately 10 minutes away by bike.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in an international Belgian family business focused on food innovation, health, well-being, and sustainability.
• Collaborate with the Sourdough and Grains department and occasionally with R&D and Marketing teams.
• Join an inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equal opportunities.
• hirify.global Belgium promotes safety, health, well-being, respectful collaboration, and professional growth.
• hirify.global does not sponsor work permits or visa applications for this position.