Quality Control Intern - Summer 2025

We are seeking a motivated Quality Control Intern to join our team at our manufacturing site in Nashville, TN. This hands-on internship provides valuable experience in quality control and analytical testing within a chemical manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will gain practical knowledge in supporting chemical manufacturing processes while contributing to plant projects.

• Assist the QC team in an inorganic analytical laboratory, supporting day-to-day operations and plant projects.

• Completion of sophomore college year in Chemistry, Biology, or Food Science/Nutrition field.

• Must be comfortable reading scientific documents and identifying critical information
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to prioritize work in a manner that benefits the company and accomplish tasks independently in a timely manner
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Intern: 8-12 weeks
• Co-op: 1+ semesters

• Competitive hourly rate, with overtime eligibility.
• Paid observed holidays.
• Access to a supportive work environment and professional development opportunities.
• Note: Housing, health, welfare, and vacation benefits are not provided for this position.

• Prompt and regular attendance
• Comply with all site policy & training requirements
• Satisfactorily perform duties as assigned
• Participation in site Intern/Co-op events & activities
• Final presentation of Intern/Co-op activities & learnings

About Innophos

Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions that deliver far-reaching, versatile benefits for the food, health, nutrition and industrial markets. We leverage our expertise in the science and technology of blending and formulating phosphate, mineral and botanical based ingredients for our customers.

Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. We are driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity and collaboration.  

Headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, Innophos has manufacturing operations across the United States, in Canada, Mexico and China and sells into over 70 countries.

Innophos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Innophos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates in our recruiting process, as required by applicable federal, state and local laws.