Placement Student - NPD or Technical

Shape the Future of Food with Finnebrogue

Are you looking for an exciting placement year where you can apply your academic knowledge in a fast‑paced, innovative food manufacturing environment?

At Sofina Foods Europe, we’re passionate about producing outstanding food products, driving innovation, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and food safety. We are seeking enthusiastic and ambitious Placement Students to join our teams in Technical, Quality Assurance, and Product Development at the Finnebrogue‑Downpatrick site.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on industry experience, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to projects that make a real impact.

• Currently studying towards a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition or a related discipline
• Seeking an undergraduate placement year as part of their degree programme
• Passionate about food, quality, and innovation
• Strong communicators with excellent organisational skills
• Analytical, detail‑oriented, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Access to transport - to travel to Downpatrick
• Demonstrate a passion for food quality and for working in the food industry

• Valuable industry experience with one of the world’s leading food manufacturers
• Exposure to real business challenges and projects
• Mentoring and support from experienced professionals
• Opportunities to develop technical and professional skills
• A chance to build your network and enhance your future career prospects
• Competitive placement salary and employee benefits

At the Finnebrogue site, innovation, sustainability, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our placement students are valued members of the team, given meaningful responsibilities, and encouraged to contribute fresh ideas from day one.