Intern Nutrition Substantiation (all genders)

FrieslandCampina group; Wageningen; Hybrid; EUR 6,100 - 7,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office in Wageningen

Professional supervision

6-month internship

Job summary

FrieslandCampina is offering a Nutrition Substantiation Intern role in Wageningen (NL). The internship focuses on building an evidence directory, evaluating and structuring scientific data, and translating complex information for healthcare professionals across platforms.

It runs 6 months from January 2027, with a commitment of 32–40 hours per week and at least 2 days in the office. You will gain experience in nutrition substantiation, evidence management, scientific communication, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing final year of MSc in a relevant field.
• Experience conducting literature reviews and assessing publications.
• Affinity with scientific writing and evidence-based communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Map, evaluate, and structure scientific evidence for nutrition and health claims.
• Translate complex science into accurate, engaging communications for healthcare professionals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Nutrition, Medical, Regulatory and R&D.

Skills

Literature reviews

Critical assessment

Scientific writing

English communication

Independent working

Analytical thinking

Education

MSc in Nutrition/Health/Life Sciences

Job description

Intern Nutrition Substantiation (all genders)

Wageningen (NL) R&D 32-40

As a Nutrition Substantiation Intern, you will aid in the creation of a comprehensive evidence directory of communications within the Specialized Nutrition portfolio. You will map, evaluate, and structure scientific evidence supporting nutrition and health claims, creating a repository that improves knowledge accessibility, strengthens claim substantiation, and supports future innovation, regulatory, and scientific communication activities. In addition, you will support the translation of complex scientific information into accurate, engaging, and audience-focused communications for healthcare professionals across multiple platforms. During this internship, you will gain experience in nutrition substantiation, evidence management, scientific communication, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across Nutrition, Medical, Regulatory, and R&D functions. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop both analytical and pragmatic skills in a research and development environment. This full-time internship will run for 6 months, starting in January 2027.

What we ask:

• Currently pursuing the final year of a relevant MSc degree in Nutrition, Health, Food, Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related discipline.
• Experience conducting literature reviews; Ability to critically assess scientific publications;
• Affinity with scientific writing and evidence-based communication; Skillful communicator within R&D and towards colleagues, in English language, both oral and written;
• Highly independent and organized, with strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex scientific information into clear, actionable insights and structured overviews;
• Starting from January 2027 and be at least 2 days in the office.
• 4-6 months available
• 32-40 hours per week

What we offer:

• We offer an interesting and challenging internship position, providing you the opportunity to develop yourself in your work field;
• You can count on sufficient professional supervision;
• Internship compensation of €600 on fulltime base.

The R&D Nutrition Team drives science-based innovation and communication across FrieslandCampina. The team:

• Generates and translates scientific insights on dairy nutrition and health Supports product development with evidence-based nutritional expertise
• Enables substantiation nutritional claims and communication for customers and consumers
• Engages with external scientific networks and stakeholders The team operates globally, collaborating closely with R&D, Marketing, Medical & Regulatory, and commercial teams.

Why work with us:

An inspiring purpose

Better nutrition for the world and a good living for our farmers, now and for generations to come.

A cooperative culture

Driven by global collaboration, respect, and shared success

A tangible impact

Space to aim higher, with autonomy and a clear focus

Your growth fuels ours

We invest in your personal and professional development through training and education.

Do you have any questions?

Please contact our recruiter Amber Meijering

[e-mail]

@ Royal FrieslandCampina