Product Development Trainee (GRIT - GRaduate Industry Traineeship) [6-months]

NESTLE R&D CENTER (PTE) LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Food and Beverage Company is offering a traineeship in the Nutrition department in Singapore. The role involves assisting in product development, supporting innovative projects, and contributing to discussions on food science. Candidates should have a Bachelor in Food Science and be fresh graduates from local universities or technical institutions. Ideal for those passionate about food innovation and development. This opportunity allows you to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in product development activities at lab and pilot scale.
• Help project leaders with recipe adjustments and sample preparation.
• Carry out assigned technical tasks to support product development.
• Share ideas in food science and technology discussions.
• Prepare simple reports or presentations to share progress.
• Communicate openly with the team on project changes.
• Flag potential issues early and suggest solutions.

Skills

Product/process/technology systems development

Food science and technology

Basic supplier coordination

Technical report preparation

Recipe adjustments

Education

Bachelor in Food Science related

Job description

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. A Nestle career empowers you to make an impact locally and globally, as you are provided with the opportunity to make a mark and stand out, as long as you seek it. With Nestle, you are enabled and encouraged to grow not only as professionals, but also as people.

Nutrition department's Traineeship Description:

• Establish and build competence in product/process/technology systems development according to project briefs and stage gates in I2L by applying functional
• knowledge, skills and experience to support product innovation and renovation teams from inception through industrialization
• Support teams in break-through products and ensuring food safety, regulatory compliance, Good Foundation, Good Taste, on time launch and within cost limits
• Interact proactively with the other functions within NPTC Nutrition and RDSG to ensure the overall project objectives are met

Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist in product development activities at lab and pilot scale to support Innovation & Renovation (I&R) goals.
• Help project leaders and developers with recipe adjustments, sample preparation, and basic supplier coordination.
• Carry out assigned technical tasks and support product development timelines.
• Share ideas and contribute to discussions on food science and technology.
• Learn and apply knowledge to support product development and project work.
• Prepare simple reports or presentations to share progress with team members or visitors.
• Communicate openly with the team when project scope or priorities change.
• Flag potential issues early and suggest possible solutions.
• Use basic knowledge to help interpret results and solve problems within R&D projects.

Qualification:

Bachelor in Food Science related

Eligibility Criteria:

Singapore Citizens (SCs) and Permanent Residents (PRs); and

• a. are fresh graduates from universities (including private and overseas institutions), Polytechnics, and Institutes of Technical Education (ITEs), graduating in CY2024 and CY2025.
• b. this includes male individuals who have completed National Service in CY2024 and CY2025.