About the role#
We are looking for a hands-on Co-op to join our Research and Development brewery team. You will work alongside brewing and quality professionals to support daily operations, sanitation programs, and innovation projects. This role provides practical experience in fermentation science and process improvement within a pilot-scale environment. You will help bring new products from concept to execution while building a technical foundation in brewing science.
What you'll do#
- Assist with daily brewing, fermentation, and production activities.
- Package samples and finished products for internal review and testing.
- Support innovation projects through routine operational tasks.
- Maintain brewery cleanliness, including sanitizing tanks and brewing equipment.
- Develop and update Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures for process equipment.
- Ensure all work complies with safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Collect and organize operational data to support process improvement.
- Document observations and assist with technical procedure updates.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Brewing Science, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- You must remain enrolled in school after the co-op ends.
- You must be at least 21 years old.
- Understanding of brewery safety, including PPE usage and chemical handling.
- Familiarity with GMPs and brewery sanitation principles.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
- Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Basic skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience with Power BI is a plus.
- Prior experience in manufacturing, laboratory, kitchen, or large team settings.
- A genuine interest in fermentation science and quality systems.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position based in Boston, Massachusetts.
- The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm.
- This is a 6-month co-op running from January 4, 2027, through June 25, 2027.
About The Boston Beer Company
The Boston Beer Company operates within the food and beverage services industry. Founded in 1984 by Jim Koch, the firm focuses on the production of beer and beyond beer products. It is a public company based in Boston, Massachusetts. The organization maintains a workforce of between 1,001 and 5,000 employees.
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