I think I might sound brazen when asking this but I'm kinda lost right now on which food industry or what career should I pursue as a Food Technology Graduate, right now I'm stuck in finding jobs that is related to this course but it seems dark.

So I think reddit community might be my last resort to this. Asking for guidance for what or where should I go? I just need a little help....

Thank you!🙏🏿

Hi everyone,

I'm looking for a Food Technologist based in Nairobi with experience in jam or fruit product development.

I need someone to help develop a commercial jam recipe suitable for small-scale production. If you're a food technologist or can recommend someone, please comment or send me a DM.

Thanks!

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I want genuine advice and guidance tbh. I'm in my 2nd year of masters in food processing and management. I've done two internships so far in industries and other two in startups but all unpaid. It's like they do not really seem to acknowledge the work I've done. They show no respect to a fresher. I'm open to hardwork cuz I'm the only child and I've to earn a bread for the family. I'm trying my best to score good in college and doing my best at internship work but I feel that the industry doesn't pay well at all even after masters. I feel so low and down. I have no idea of doing PhD abroad with this subject. Someone please guide me. I just can't sit at home waiting for something after my masters. If someone can really help and guide me with anything I'll be so so grateful.

​Hi people,

Can you suggest or recommend any remote jobs/roles for a fellow food technologist?

​OR

​Can you suggest skills that employers are actively looking for in remote workers? Also, do they even hire freshers for remote roles?

​OR

​What certifications do I need to get started? I'm looking for that one certification that will 110% land me a role in the next month or so.

​Context: I am currently doing my master's and don't want to keep asking my parents for money. I just need a remote job to earn a decent income to sustain my daily expenses.

Edit: I'm from India.

Hello everyone, I am currently a 3rd year BTech Food Technology student in India. I am currently exploring my options for Masters in food technology and I am confused whether to pursue MTech or MSc after I finish this degree.

I did qualify GATE this year but I am planning on another attempt next February because I want a better score. I am also wondering if I should consider pursuing a Masters from abroad. I am very confused. I want a good educational foundation so that I can contribute to a better and sustainable future in food.

There is also an exchange program in IIT Guwahati with Gifu Unoversity, Japan. However, wherever I look I have never seen anyone suggesting IITG for masters.

What do you guys suggest?

Hi everyone,

I am a Class 12 PCB student from Hyderabad and have recently completed CUET UG. I belong to the General category and am currently considering Food Technology as my preferred course.

My expected scores are roughly:

• Biology: 190–200

• Physics: below 50

• Chemistry: below 50

• English/GAT: average

(I know these are only estimates and not my official scores.)

Initially, I was considering Biotechnology, Microbiology, and Forensic Science as well, but after a lot of research, I feel Food Technology may suit my interests better because I enjoy learning about food safety, food ingredients, nutrition, food processing, and how food products are made.

One more concern I have is about studying outside Hyderabad. My parents would prefer that I stay in Hyderabad, and honestly, I am a bit nervous about moving away from home as well. However, if there are significantly better opportunities for Food Technology in other states, I don't want to miss out just because I'm scared or unsure.

For students who had to move away from home for college:

• How did you convince your parents?

• Was it worth moving to another state for a better college?

• What factors should I consider before making that decision?

I would really appreciate hearing your experiences.

So I would really appreciate advice from students or graduates:

• Which colleges should I target through CUET for Food Technology or related courses?

• Are there any good options in Hyderabad or Telangana?

• If there are no suitable CUET options in Hyderabad, would it be worth moving to another state for a better college?

• What colleges would be realistic for someone with scores similar to my estimate?

• What are the best colleges for Food Technology in terms of faculty, opportunities, placements, and higher studies?

I would appreciate any honest advice, especially from current Food Technology students or graduates.

Thank you!

Hi everyone. I'm a Class 12 PCB student from Hyderabad and I'm trying to decide between Food Technology and Biotechnology. I enjoy biology and genetics, but I don't enjoy maths much and I'm not sure whether I'd enjoy spending my whole career in a lab. Recently I've become interested in food safety, food ingredients, nutrition, and how food products are made.

I'd love to hear from current students or graduates:

What are the most important subjects in Food Technology?

How much chemistry, maths, and lab work is actually involved?

What does a typical day in college and later in a job look like?

What kind of students enjoy this course the most?

What are the realistic career opportunities and starting salaries after graduation?

Any honest advice would be really helpful. Thanks!