Product Development Intern

Nestlé S.A.; Konolfingen; On-site; CHF 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Hybrid work possibilities

Healthcare contribution

Employee discounts

Job summary

Nestlé S.A. is seeking a Product Development Intern to assist the Powder Creamer Team in creating new solutions that optimize powder properties and manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with Product Development Specialists, project teams and NPTC stakeholders while gaining hands-on experience and mentorship.

Responsibilities include planning trials, coordinating materials and analytics, and presenting results. Fluency in English is required; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science and Technology, Food Science, Food Engineering or related field.
• Fluency in English; German is a strong asset.
• Experience collaborating in multidisciplinary teams and driving learning.
• Interest in innovation and hands-on problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D product development projects and design experiments for powder creamer solutions.
• Plan, prepare and conduct kitchen, benchtop, prototyping and pilot plant trials.
• Coordinate raw materials, product analytics, sample releases and sensory evaluations.
• Assess sustainability impact of developed solutions with the project manager.
• Document and present project results to stakeholders.

Skills

English fluency

German language skill

multidisciplinary collaboration

experimental design

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Science/Tech/Food Science/Engineering

Job description

Be a force for good and transform your potential into something extraordinary

As a Product Development Intern at Nestlé, your mission is to support the Powder Creamer Team in developing new solutions that optimize powder properties and manufacturing processes. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with Product Development Specialists, project team members and relevant NPTC stakeholders. This is your opportunity to make an impact while gaining hands‑on experience and mentorship to kick‑start your career.

How you’ll make an impact as a Product Development Intern

• Support R&D product development projects and design experiments to identify powder creamer solutions with defined functional and sensory properties.
• Plan, prepare and conduct kitchen, benchtop, prototyping and pilot plant trials, including the preparation of prototypes for validation.
• Coordinate raw materials, product analytics, sample releases, sensory evaluations and keeping-quality tests.
• Assess the sustainability impact of developed solutions in collaboration with the project manager.
• Document, report and present project results while building effective collaboration with project team members and relevant NPTC stakeholders.

What will make you successful

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in progress or completed in Science and Technology, Food Science, Food Engineering or a related field, with exposure to materials science, chemistry or physics.
• Strong interest in innovation and a problem‑solving mindset, supported by hands‑on curiosity and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication and networking skills, with experience collaborating in multidisciplinary teams and building relationships based on trust.
• Fluency in English. German is a strong asset.
• Demonstrating courage, collaboration, speed and continuous learning, while translating ideas into measurable impact and creating shared value.

At Nestlé, we place people at the heart of everything we do

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office-based roles)
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes an interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.