About the role#
We are looking for a hands-on Co-op to join our Brewing and Quality team in Boston. This six-month position offers experience in brewing, fermentation science, and quality assurance. You will work with our teams to support daily testing and brewery operations while learning about the production process from raw materials to the finished product.
What you'll do#
- Perform daily quality testing, including cell counts, fermentation tracking, and chemical analysis of beer and beverage products.
- Collect production samples and maintain accurate quality assurance records and laboratory data.
- Assist with data entry and reporting to support quality monitoring and continuous improvement.
- Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, and readiness for daily operations.
- Support brewing operations, including cleaning and sanitizing tanks and brewing equipment.
- Assist the Brewing and Quality teams in maintaining operational excellence throughout production.
- Support packaging activities, including keg filling and canning line operations.
- Follow established safety, quality, and sanitation procedures at all times.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet quality and production standards.
- Participate in special projects and operational initiatives as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Brewing, or a related field.
- Must continue to be enrolled in school after the completion of the co-op.
- Previous co-op experience or coursework involving wet laboratory techniques.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel.
- Able to work safely in laboratory and brewing environments by following SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices, and safety requirements.
- Able to be on your feet for extended periods and lift at least 40 lbs.
- Excellent organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and contribute to a team.
- Familiarity with brewing operations, fermentation processes, and brewery sanitation is preferred.
- Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or production environment is preferred.
- Experience collecting and analyzing technical or quality-related data is preferred.
- Homebrewing experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site role based in Boston, Massachusetts.
- The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm.
- The program runs 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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