2027 Food Science Placement Year

Company: ABP UK
Apply for the 2027 Food Science Placement Year
Location: Shrewsbury
Job Description:

Location: On site / Shrewsbury, UKjob type: Contract / Full-timeSector and subsector: FMCG | TechnicalAnnualFixed salary:£ 25500.00

ABP is one of Europe’s leading beef processors. We have built our success on entrepreneurship, technological investment and a deep knowledge of the sectors in which we operate. As key stakeholders in the integrity of the food supply chain we are focused on ensuring the full traceability of our products.

Our core business – ABP Beef – is supported by its renewable, pet food and protein divisions, which combine to ensure the value of by-products is maximized and the environmental impact of the business and our customers is minimized. Our company has doubled the size of its business in the past 10 years, and continues to seek additional growth opportunities through organic initiatives and potential acquisitions.

Opportunity Details

The quality and technical function within ABP ensures that our products are safe, legally compliant and meet with our customer quality requirements.We lead the industry with our technical programmes providing the commercial teams with the best possible platform to develop business with a wide range of customers.Our under‑graduate programme will provide individuals with a thorough understanding of all technical aspects of our business from abattoir to finished product.

This is a fantastic opportunity for undergraduates who wish to pursue a career in the fresh food industry.It will provide individuals with practical experience of working for one of the largest meat businesses in Europe.

This is a fantastic pipeline into a dynamic and vibrant team with an all‑encompassing training programme!

Knowledge & Experience

  • We’re looking for undergraduates studying for a degree in Food Science or related science discipline eg Microbiology, Animal Science, Agriculture or Food and Nutrition.
  • In addition, individuals should:
  • Have a clear interest in developing a career within the food industry.
  • Demonstrate an analytical approach to problem solving.
  • Be great communicators with an ability to influence others.
  • Be keen on detail.
  • Due to the remoteness of our factories, it is desirable for all applicants to hold a full UK driving licence.

Locations – Various across the UK – Scotland, the Midlands and the SW

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Posted: October 18th, 2026