If you are a person who is curious to learn about food technology and the effects of food on the human body, then this is a career that perfectly suits you.
A food scientist is the one who looks after the food safety, storage of food, processing of food and preparation of new flavours. Food science incorporates multiple scientific disciplines such as chemistry, physics, physiology, microbiology, and biochemistry.
The Institute of Food Technologists defines food science as "the discipline in which the engineering, biological, and physical sciences are used to study the nature of foods, the causes of deterioration, the principles underlying food processing, and the improvement of foods for the consuming public".
In recent times, this field opens up new opportunities for people who have a deep passion in this field.
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· https://in.linkedin.com/jobs/food-internship-jobs
· https://in.indeed.com/Food-Technology-Internships-jobs
· https://www.ift.org/community/students/internships
These internships will get you equipped for this field.
According to a recent report, the food processing industry is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5% in upcoming financial years. The growth is estimated to reach a value of Rs 15,971.9 billion in FY 2023 from current Rs 9,00,000 crores. Times of India
● JEE
● ICAR AIEEA
● DUET conducted by Delhi University
● Central Food Technological Research Institute Entrance Examination