R&D Packaging Development Intern

Nestle; Orbe; Hybrid; CHF 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Hybrid work possibilities

Learning and development opportunities

Healthcare contribution and Employee A

Job summary

This internship offers hands-on experience in packaging development with emphasis on sustainability, performance and cost efficiency, while gaining exposure to lab work, pilot lines, and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or currently completing a Master's degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Polymer Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of polymer materials and sealing technologies.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and systems thinking. SPSS knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional and international stakeholders.
• Proactive, agile and independent mindset with a willingness to learn and collaborate on projects.
• Fluent English (written & spoken).

Responsibilities

• Support the industrialization and evaluation of new packaging materials for strategic Nestlé Dolce Gusto projects.
• Participate in laboratory activities, pilot line trials, and packaging testing to validate technical solutions.
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing partners to assess packaging performance and support implementation activities.
• Lead or contribute to technical discussions with suppliers and prepare test reports and project presentations.
• Help drive packaging innovation by supporting projects focused on material optimization, sustainability, and cost reduction.

Skills

Packaging development

Analytical skills

Communication skills

SPSS

Education

Master's degree in Packaging, Materials Science, or related field

Tools

SPSS

Job description

Location: Orbe, Switzerland

Work model: Hybrid

Contract type / duration: Internship – 6 months, full-time

Start date: January/February 2027

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

As a R&D Packaging Development Intern at Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee (NPTC Coffee), your mission is to support the development and industrialization of innovative packaging solutions for the Nescafé Dolce Gusto business. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with packaging experts, project managers, suppliers, and manufacturing partners. This is your opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in packaging development while contributing to projects that improve sustainability, performance, and cost efficiency.

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

• Support the industrialization and evaluation of new packaging materials for strategic Nescafé Dolce Gusto projects.
• Participate in laboratory activities, pilot line trials, and packaging testing to validate technical solutions.
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing partners to assess packaging performance and support implementation activities.
• Lead or contribute to technical discussions with suppliers and prepare test reports and project presentations.
• Help drive packaging innovation by supporting projects focused on material optimization, sustainability, and cost reduction.

What will make you successful

• Recent graduate or currently completing a Master's degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Polymer Engineering, or a related field
• Knowledge of polymer materials and sealing technologies, with a genuine interest in packaging development and industrialization
• Strong analytical skills combined with attention to detail and systems thinking. Knowledge of SPSS software is a plus
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional and international stakeholders
• Proactive, agile and independent mindset with a willingness to learn and collaborate on projects
• Fluent English (written & spoken)

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
• 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.

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