Summer 2027 Science & Innovation Intern

About the Role

Force Factor is seeking a Science & Innovation Intern for the summer of 2027 to join its Innovation team. This internship offers hands-on experience in product development, supported by mentorship and professional development. The program is based in the Seaport District of Boston.

Key Responsibilities

• New Product Development: Conduct research and ideation for new products based on market trends and consumer needs.
• Market Research: Analyze the competitive landscape to inform strategic product development.
• Documentation Control: Organize and review product development and compliance documentation.
• Product Sampling and Feedback: Assist with product sampling, gather feedback, and communicate findings to external partners.
• Manage Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate with manufacturing partners, ingredient suppliers, and internal teams (Supply Chain, Creative, Marketing).
• Substantiation: Source, interpret, and share insights from clinical research. Obtain and organize scientific dossiers from suppliers. Assist with brainstorming compliant product claims.
• International Expansion & Regulatory Support: Assist with building international product registration dossiers. Research product, competitor, and consumer trends for international markets.
• AI Utilization: Leverage Claude to support team and individual priorities, including building tools, implementing automations, and synthesizing data.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Claude

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate, Masters, or MBA program at an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated ability to balance academic and extracurricular commitments.
• Ability to conduct thorough market research, analyze qualitative and quantitative data, and identify trends.
• Experience reading and interpreting scientific research and clinical studies is recommended, but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, shift priorities, and maintain clear organization.
• Performance-focused, results-oriented approach with a strong work ethic.
• Ownership mentality, self-motivation, ambition, and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, project management, and time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and deadline-driven environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple concurrent tasks.
• Detail-oriented, driven, and organized high performer.