R&D Intern in Food Physics, Materials Science and Coffee Innovation

Nestlé S.A.; Orbe; Hybrid; CHF 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Learning and development opportunities

Healthcare contribution

Employee discounts

Job summary

Nestlé Product Technology Center for Coffee in Orbe, Switzerland, is offering an R&D Internship in Food Physics, Materials Science and Coffee Innovation. The hybrid role spans 6 months, starting February 2027 (flexible).

You will help implement inline measurement technology and explore how processing parameters affect freeze-dried coffee, collaborating across teams to gain hands-on experience. You’ll work on designing experimental plans, operating measurement equipment, and translating data into

Qualifications

• Current student or fresh graduate in chemical engineering, food science, materials science or a related field.
• Team player, curious, proactive and ready to learn how to operate specialized equipment safely.
• Strong planning, analytical and communication skills to turn complex data into clear conclusions.
• Fluent English; knowledge of French is an advantage.
• Demonstrating courage, collaboration, speed and continuous learning, while translating ideas into measurable impact and creating shared value.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with project, science, laboratory, pilot plant and technical workshop teams to advance coffee innovation
• Coordinating the installation and integration of measurement probes on an existing coffee production line
• Operating specialized measurement equipment and data acquisition systems to generate reliable insights
• Designing and delivering a structured experimental plan to evaluate the effects of coffee-processing parameters
• Analysing product and process data, drawing clear conclusions and presenting recommendations to the wider project team

Skills

Team player

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

Chemical engineering / Food science / Materials science (related field)

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Measurement probes

Job description

R&D Intern in Food Physics, Materials Science and Coffee Innovation

Location: Orbe, Switzerland

Company: Nestlé Product Technology Center for Coffee

Work model: Hybrid

Contract type / duration: Internship – 6 months

Target start date: February 2027, flexible

Activity rate: 100%

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

The Nestlé Product Technology Center for Coffee is a global center of expertise for coffee and beverage innovation. Our teams in Konolfingen, Orbe, Singapore and Marysville lead coffee and beverage research and development for Nestlé markets worldwide.

As a R&D Intern in Food Physics, Materials Science and Coffee Innovation, your mission is to help implement inline measurement technology and explore how coffee-processing parameters influence freeze-dried coffee. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with project, science, laboratory, pilot plant and technical workshop teams. 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 R&D Intern in Food Physics, Materials Science and Coffee Innovation

• Collaborating with project, science, laboratory, pilot plant and technical workshop teams to advance coffee innovation
• Coordinating the installation and integration of measurement probes on an existing coffee production line
• Operating specialized measurement equipment and data acquisition systems to generate reliable insights
• Designing and delivering a structured experimental plan to evaluate the effects of coffee-processing parameters
• Analysing product and process data, drawing clear conclusions and presenting recommendations to the wider project team

What will make you successful

• Current student or fresh graduate in chemical engineering, food science, materials science or a related field
• Being a team player, curious, proactive and ready to learn how to operate specialized equipment safely and confidently
• Having strong planning, analytical and communication skills to turn complex data into clear conclusions
• Communicating fluently in English; knowledge of French is an advantage
• 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.