START Internship Program (Food Safety and Quality)

Ferrero; Manisa; On-site; TRY 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferrero invites motivated students to join the START Internship Program in Manisa as part-time interns. You will work 3 days per week for 6 to 11 months in a hands-on role focused on quality and food safety initiatives, with learning and real-world project exposure.

Designed for ambitious Food or Chemical Engineering students, this paid internship emphasizes practical experience, data analysis, and collaboration within Ferrero’s quality teams in Manisa.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic 3rd or 4th year bachelor’s or master’s student in Food or Chemical Engineering.
• Part-time availability 3 days per week for 6–11 months.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork.
• Basic knowledge of GMP and hygiene preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to food safety awareness initiatives and support survey execution.
• Evaluate employee data to pinpoint opportunities for improvement.
• Take part in on-site observations of hygiene practices and GMP compliance.
• Assist with food safety risk assessments and ensure follow-up on action items.
• Help develop training content and communication/awareness materials.
• Provide support for reporting, KPI monitoring, and presentation development.

Skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint

English (fluent)

Turkish (native)

Problem solving

Team player

Education

Bachelors/Masters student in Food/Chemical Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

Diversity Statement

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

Embark on Your Career Journey with START Internship Program in Manisa!

Are you eager to dive into the fascinating world of the food industry? If your answer is yes, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team joining START internship program. (Paid)

Designed for ambitious individuals with a hunger for learning and growth, START offers an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the heart of our operations.

By joining us, you’ll not just be an intern; you’ll be an integral part of our team, contributing to meaningful projects in Quality.

What will your key responsibilities be?

• Contribute to food safety awareness initiatives and support survey execution
• Evaluate employee data to pinpoint opportunities for improvement
• Take part in on-site observations of hygiene practices and GMP compliance
• Assist with food safety risk assessments and ensure follow-up on action items
• Help develop training content and communication/awareness materials
• Provide support for reporting, KPI monitoring, and presentation development

Who we are looking for:

• Enthusiastic 3rd and 4th-year bachelor's or master's students (Preferably from Food Engineering or Chemical Engineering)
• Ready to join us for a part-time internship (minimum 3 days per week) for a period of 6 to 11 months
• Candidates with a keen interest in the food industry, ready to blend their academic knowledge with practical experience
• Excellent communicators with problem-solving skills, a positive attitude and a collaborative spirit
• Methodical thinkers who are committed, logical, and process-oriented
• Basic knowledge of GMP and hygiene principles (preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in both English and Turkish (verbal and written) is a must

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.