Bioprocess Internship: Probiotic Fermentation & Data

Nestle SA; Konolfingen; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé Research & Development in Konolfingen seeks a Biotechnology Intern to contribute to fermentation and downstream processing for probiotic bacteria. You will gain hands-on experience with lab-scale bioreactors and pilot-scale equipment, focusing on data interpretation and scientific reporting.

The role combines wet-lab experimentation with data processing, with approximately 70–80% lab time, and involves collaboration with experienced scientists in a practical, learning-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a biotechnology-related program.
• Good microbiology knowledge and interest in fermentation and bioprocess development.
• Hands-on lab experience with fermentation, bioprocessing or microbiology.
• Experience with data analysis tools (Excel; programming skills are a plus).

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of fermentations using laboratory-scale bioreactors.
• Assist in drying trials and evaluation of process parameters for shelf life.
• Analyze probiotic samples with microbiological methods and contribute to tech exploration.
• Process, compile and interpret experimental data; document results.
• Communicate findings through reports and presentations with scientific colleagues.

Skills

Biotechnology

Fermentation

Microbiology

Data analysis

Excel

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's student in Biotechnology

Tools

Python

R

MATLAB

Job description

Nestlé Research & Development in Konolfingen seeks a Biotechnology Intern to contribute to fermentation and downstream processing for probiotic bacteria. You will gain hands-on experience with lab-scale bioreactors and pilot-scale equipment, focusing on data interpretation and scientific reporting.

The role combines wet-lab experimentation with data processing, with approximately 70–80% lab time, and involves collaboration with experienced scientists in a practical, learning-focused environment.