Position Snapshot
Location: Konolfingen, SwitzerlandAct. Rate: Full-Time Act. Rate 100%
Type of contract: Internship, 6 months
Start date: ASAP
What we offer at Nestlé
International, diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment : Read more about our Nestlé Community
Opportunities to have an impact and contribute to your team’s success
Endless learning opportunities and enriching experiences
Strong mentorship for your professional growth
Professional network and route to entry level position
Position Summary
As a R&D Master Intern, you will support the development of projects within the Dairy product category team by collaborating closely with senior developers on various product development initiatives. In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience in lab operations and work alongside diverse stakeholders to support effective teamwork. You will also have the opportunity to engage in learning activities and contribute to administrative tasks as needed, all while developing your skills in a dynamic research environment.
A Day in the Life of a R&D Master Intern
Collaborate with senior developers to learn about product development initiatives, gaining hands‑on experience and insights throughout the process
Assist in recipe design and formulation, contributing ideas and support to the creation of innovative dairy products
Participate in product trials, including prototype tastings, to help evaluate flavor, texture, and overall quality while learning about the evaluation process
Engage in lab activities and operations, supporting the execution of experiments and processes under the guidance of experienced team members
Take on defined responsibilities that promote personal growth and provide opportunities to contribute to key projects within the Dairy product category
What will make you successful
Master’s student or recent graduate in Food Technology, Food Engineering, or a related field
Relevant academic or practical experience in the Dairy sector is a plus
Strong team player with the ability to work independently; well‑organized, proactive, and detail‑oriented
A curious mindset with a genuine desire to learn and grow within the field
Proficiency with the MS Office Suite, particularly with Excel
Perfect written and oral English communication, German is a plus
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At Nestlé Research and Development in Konolfingen near Bern / Switzerland, we develop for Nestlé worldwide, new products, processes and packaging concepts for a broad range of products of our Nutrition, Dairy, Health Science and Coffee businesses. In addition, we also provide technical assistance to our factories.
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