Technology Development Intern

Nestlé; Orbe; Hybrid; CHF 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work options

Learning & development opportunities

Healthcare contribution

Employee discounts

Job summary

Nestlé invites a Technology Development Intern to contribute to the development and optimization of manufacturing technologies for powder creamers and coffee mixes at the Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee in Orbe, Switzerland. This 6-month full-time internship offers mentorship and hands-on lab experience.

The role requires a currently enrolled or completed degree in Science & Technology, with fluency in French and English, and strong communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science & Technology or related field.
• Fluent in French and English; strong communication.
• Ability to work in cross-disciplinary teams and networks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and assess competitive landscape for technologies.
• Develop solutions for powder creamers and coffee mixes within project scope.
• Plan and execute lab/bench-scale activities and trials.
• Prepare prototypes and assess nutrition, processing and cost impact.
• Present results to the team and stakeholders across NPTC Coffee.

Skills

Communication skills

Fluent in French & English

Networking & teamwork

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Science & Technology (in progress or completed)

Job description

Location: Orbe, Switzerland

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

Start date: February 2027 or flexible

Deadline for applications: 27 October 2026

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

As a Technology Development Intern at Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee, your mission is to contribute to the development and optimization of innovative manufacturing technologies for powder creamers and coffee mixes. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with technology specialists, project team members and stakeholders across NPTC Coffee. 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 Technology Development Intern

• Conduct internal and external literature reviews and assess the competitive landscape to identify relevant technologies and development opportunities.
• Develop innovative solutions for powder creamers and coffee mixes based on an agreed project scope.
• Plan and execute laboratory and bench-scale activities and trials, gaining hands‑on experience in technology development.
• Prepare prototypes and assess the nutritional, processing and cost impact of the solutions developed.
• Present your results to the team and key stakeholders while building an effective network across project teams and NPTC Coffee.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in progress or completed in Science and Technology, preferably Food Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or a related field.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted professional relationships.
• Effective networking and multidisciplinary teamwork skills, combined with an innovative and proactive mindset.
• Fluency in French and English.
• 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.

Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.

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