Chemical Engineering students from Univille take a technical tour of DR Flavors & Ingredients and get a firsthand look at day-to-day work in the food industry

25 de Junho de 2026

On Tuesday (23), DR Flavors & Ingredients welcomed Chemical Engineering students from Univille (University of the Joinville Region) for a technical tour of its headquarters in Jaraguá do Sul.

During the visit, the students learned about the company’s history and toured the laboratories, pilot plant, and manufacturing facility, getting a close-up look at the processes, technologies, and stages involved in developing flavors and ingredients for the food industry.

The initiative is part of the Immersion Program, created by DR Flavors & Ingredients to strengthen ties between the industry and educational institutions. In addition to giving students firsthand experience in an industrial setting, enhancing their academic education and helping them better understand the demands of the job market, the initiative also enables the company to build stronger relationships with future professionals, share technical expertise, and encourage interest in careers focused on innovation and the food industry.

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