About the role#
The Sensory R&D Co-op supports product innovation through testing, data analysis, and research. You will work alongside Sensory Scientists and cross-functional teams, including Brewing, Quality Assurance, and Product Development, to generate insights that inform business decisions. This is a 6-month, full-time program where you will gain hands-on experience in sensory science and consumer research.
What you'll do#
- Execute daily sensory panels, discrimination testing, descriptive analysis, stakeholder tastings, and drinker research.
- Prepare samples, maintain sensory labs and testing materials, and follow sensory best practices.
- Collect, manage, analyze, and report sensory data while maintaining databases and dashboards.
- Summarize findings and communicate insights to support project recommendations.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support project timelines and cost-savings initiatives.
- Lead an independent research project aligned with team goals and present your findings to stakeholders.
- Participate in team meetings, sensory learning sessions, and other professional development opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Statistics, Data Science, Psychology, Biology, Sociology, or a related field.
- Must be enrolled in school after the completion of this co-op.
- Ability to commit to a 6-month program.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Strong time management, organizational, multitasking, and data analysis skills.
- Experience with sensory testing methodologies and panel execution is preferred.
- Familiarity with sensory software such as Compusense or RedJade.
- Experience with statistical tools like XLSTAT, JMP, SPSS, or SAS.
- Previous laboratory preparation or support experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Location & details#
- This role is fully on-site at the Boston Brewery in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts.
- You must be able to commute daily to the brewery.
- 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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