<div>Description</div><div>At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made pea ingredients and non-GMO soybeans into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages, soy milk, tofu, and beyond, our ingredients are powering a healthier future and strengthening our domestic food supply chain. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of an exciting period of expansion and growth. You'll drive strategic initiatives, leverage cutting-edge solutions, and implement new processes that directly support a better food future for people and the planet.   The Sales Development Intern will support PURIS’s Commercial team in connecting innovative plant-based ingredients with food manufacturers and brands around the world. You’ll gain hands-on experience in how sustainable food products move from concept to customer, learning the fundamentals of relationship-building, business development, and market analysis in a dynamic, growing industry. Pay Rate/Range: $20.00Pay Frequency: BiweeklyWork Location: MSP – Fully In PersonTime Period: Summer 2026  Travel: None Responsbilities<ul><li>Partner with the Sales and Marketing teams to identify potential customers and business opportunities in the plant-based food sector.</li><li>Assist with lead generation, CRM data management, and pipeline tracking to support sales outreach.</li><li>Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, competitor activity, and new product opportunities.</li><li>Support the creation of sales presentations, ingredient samples, and customer-facing materials.</li><li>Participate in internal meetings and cross-functional collaborations with R&amp;D, Operations, and Marketing to understand how PURIS delivers value from product to plate.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the Sales Development team as needed.</li></ul> How You’ll Grow<ul><li>Gain real-world exposure to B2B sales processes within a fast-growing, mission-driven company.</li><li>Develop professional communication, presentation, and analytical skills.</li><li>Learn how innovation, sustainability, and customer relationships intersect in the modern food system.</li><li>Work alongside experienced commercial professionals who will mentor you in career development and industry knowledger.</li></ul> Why PURIS?At PURIS, we’re redefining what’s possible with plant-based food—from seed to solution. As part of our Sales Development team, you’ll help build partnerships that will drive sustainable nutrition forward. Every connection you make helps bring better food to more people—one ingredient at a time.</div>At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made pea ingredients and non-GMO soybeans into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages, soy milk, tofu, and beyond, our ingredients are powering a healthier future and strengthening our domestic food supply chain. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of an exciting period of expansion and growth. You'll drive strategic initiatives, leverage cutting-edge solutions, and implement new processes that directly support a better food future for people and the planet.   The Sales Development Intern will support PURIS’s Commercial team in connecting innovative plant-based ingredients with food manufacturers and brands around the world. You’ll gain hands-on experience in how sustainable food products move from concept to customer, learning the fundamentals of relationship-building, business development, and market analysis in a dynamic, growing industry. Pay Rate/Range: $20.00Pay Frequency: BiweeklyWork Location: MSP – Fully In PersonTime Period: Summer 2026  Travel: None Responsbilities<ul><li>Partner with the Sales and Marketing teams to identify potential customers and business opportunities in the plant-based food sector.</li><li>Assist with lead generation, CRM data management, and pipeline tracking to support sales outreach.</li><li>Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, competitor activity, and new product opportunities.</li><li>Support the creation of sales presentations, ingredient samples, and customer-facing materials.</li><li>Participate in internal meetings and cross-functional collaborations with R&amp;D, Operations, and Marketing to understand how PURIS delivers value from product to plate.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the Sales Development team as needed.</li></ul> How You’ll Grow<ul><li>Gain real-world exposure to B2B sales processes within a fast-growing, mission-driven company.</li><li>Develop professional communication, presentation, and analytical skills.</li><li>Learn how innovation, sustainability, and customer relationships intersect in the modern food system.</li><li>Work alongside experienced commercial professionals who will mentor you in career development and industry knowledger.</li></ul> Why PURIS?At PURIS, we’re redefining what’s possible with plant-based food—from seed to solution. As part of our Sales Development team, you’ll help build partnerships that will drive sustainable nutrition forward. Every connection you make helps bring better food to more people—one ingredient at a time.Requirements<ul><li>Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, or related field.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills: comfortable reaching out, asking questions, and sharing ideas.</li><li>Data-driven mindset with proficiency in Excel or CRM tools (Salesforce experience a plus)</li><li>Curiosity about the food manufacturing industry and passion for sustainability.</li></ul>

PURIS cultivates a spectrum of pure, plant-based foods and ingredients from U.S.-based organic and non-GMO sources. Our end-to-end system ensures a wholesome journey from seed to solution.
PURIS&trade; is a family-owned company founded in 1985 in Oskaloosa, Iowa. Built with intention over 30 years, our plant-based food system benefits every link in the chain of production: flavorful and nutritious choices for people, profitable opportunities for growers, flexible ingredients for food makers, and practices that nourish soil, the environment, and life on earth.
PURIS unites satisfying flavor and texture with some of the highest protein of any plant-based food on the planet. A sustainable alternative to GMOs and animal proteins, our products feed health and peace of mind: 100% vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, allergen-free, and mystery-free.
A safe and secure food supply is made in the USA. Our model is grounded in 30 years of non-GMO natural breeding and sustained by an alliance of domestic growers and partners who share our high standards.
We are the exclusive producer of PURIS&trade; Pea protein, starches, fibers and other non-GMO ingredients from soy, pulses, lentils and corn. Our endlessly versatile foods are a nourishing basis for every meal, food application and trend &mdash; from powders and mixes to energy bars and cereals.

Field Research Intern

<div>Description</div><div>At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made pea ingredients and non-GMO soybeans into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages, soy milk, tofu, and beyond, our ingredients are powering a healthier future and strengthening our domestic food supply chain. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of an exciting period of expansion and growth. You'll drive strategic initiatives, leverage cutting-edge solutions, and implement new processes that directly support a better food future for people and the planet. &nbsp; The Sales Development Intern will support PURIS’s Commercial team in connecting innovative plant-based ingredients with food manufacturers and brands around the world. You’ll gain hands-on experience in how sustainable food products move from concept to customer, learning the fundamentals of relationship-building, business development, and market analysis in a dynamic, growing industry. Pay Rate/Range: $20.00Pay Frequency: BiweeklyWork Location: MSP – Fully In PersonTime Period: Summer 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel: None Responsbilities<ul><li>Partner with the Sales and Marketing teams to identify potential customers and business opportunities in the plant-based food sector.</li><li>Assist with lead generation, CRM data management, and pipeline tracking to support sales outreach.</li><li>Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, competitor activity, and new product opportunities.</li><li>Support the creation of sales presentations, ingredient samples, and customer-facing materials.</li><li>Participate in internal meetings and cross-functional collaborations with R&amp;D, Operations, and Marketing to understand how PURIS delivers value from product to plate.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the Sales Development team as needed.</li></ul> How You’ll Grow<ul><li>Gain real-world exposure to B2B sales processes within a fast-growing, mission-driven company.</li><li>Develop professional communication, presentation, and analytical skills.</li><li>Learn how innovation, sustainability, and customer relationships intersect in the modern food system.</li><li>Work alongside experienced commercial professionals who will mentor you in career development and industry knowledger.</li></ul> Why PURIS?At PURIS, we’re redefining what’s possible with plant-based food—from seed to solution. As part of our Sales Development team, you’ll help build partnerships that will drive sustainable nutrition forward. Every connection you make helps bring better food to more people—one ingredient at a time.</div>At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made pea ingredients and non-GMO soybeans into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages, soy milk, tofu, and beyond, our ingredients are powering a healthier future and strengthening our domestic food supply chain. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of an exciting period of expansion and growth. You'll drive strategic initiatives, leverage cutting-edge solutions, and implement new processes that directly support a better food future for people and the planet. &nbsp; The Sales Development Intern will support PURIS’s Commercial team in connecting innovative plant-based ingredients with food manufacturers and brands around the world. You’ll gain hands-on experience in how sustainable food products move from concept to customer, learning the fundamentals of relationship-building, business development, and market analysis in a dynamic, growing industry. Pay Rate/Range: $20.00Pay Frequency: BiweeklyWork Location: MSP – Fully In PersonTime Period: Summer 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel: None Responsbilities<ul><li>Partner with the Sales and Marketing teams to identify potential customers and business opportunities in the plant-based food sector.</li><li>Assist with lead generation, CRM data management, and pipeline tracking to support sales outreach.</li><li>Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, competitor activity, and new product opportunities.</li><li>Support the creation of sales presentations, ingredient samples, and customer-facing materials.</li><li>Participate in internal meetings and cross-functional collaborations with R&amp;D, Operations, and Marketing to understand how PURIS delivers value from product to plate.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the Sales Development team as needed.</li></ul> How You’ll Grow<ul><li>Gain real-world exposure to B2B sales processes within a fast-growing, mission-driven company.</li><li>Develop professional communication, presentation, and analytical skills.</li><li>Learn how innovation, sustainability, and customer relationships intersect in the modern food system.</li><li>Work alongside experienced commercial professionals who will mentor you in career development and industry knowledger.</li></ul> Why PURIS?At PURIS, we’re redefining what’s possible with plant-based food—from seed to solution. As part of our Sales Development team, you’ll help build partnerships that will drive sustainable nutrition forward. Every connection you make helps bring better food to more people—one ingredient at a time.Requirements<ul><li>Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science, or related field.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills: comfortable reaching out, asking questions, and sharing ideas.</li><li>Data-driven mindset with proficiency in Excel or CRM tools (Salesforce experience a plus)</li><li>Curiosity about the food manufacturing industry and passion for sustainability.</li></ul>

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