*This internship begins on May 18th, 2026 and runs until August 6th, 2026. This role is a full time commitment (37.5 hour work week)*

Salary: $18.00/hour

Job Description

Job Title: Product Development Intern 

Location: Corporate Headquarters

Department: Marketing

Job Summary:   The Product Development Intern will support the development and validation of product specifications and be primarily involved with the product quality process. Secondarily, the product development intern will assist with the coordination and execution of our Food and Beverage internal sensory events. Assist the broader Product Development Team as needed.

Principal Duties:

• Perform quality control checks on key Wawa branded products. Document and communicate findings.
• Support development and verification of Wawa product specifications for priority products
• Work with product development team to support ingredient portioning
• Execute on-site sensory events. Assist with sample preparation, panel management, data review, and reporting.
• Verify key data points during menu authoring such and calories, allergens and ingredients.
• Assist Product Development Team with product testing and internal product reviews. 
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor.

Essential Functions:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Positive attitude with a focus on Customer Service
• Detail oriented with strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment

Basic Qualifications:

• Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration or major in Food Science
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products
• Experience or willingness to learn sensory techniques and sensory software (Compusense®)

Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at asc@wawa.com.

Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.