Nestlé Pharma Engineering CoOp

Nestle; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immersion in dynamic, collaborative/co

Mentorship and professional guidance

401k with company match and healthcare

Job summary

Nestlé Health Science invites a Pharma Engineering Co-Op to join our U.S. operations in GMP manufacturing. A 6-month full-time immersion designed for students pursuing Biomedical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.

You will work on projects across quality, process improvement, and new technologies, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to cost savings and operational efficiency. Eligibility includes pursuing a bachelor’s degree with expected completion by December 2027 or June 2028, a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Completion of the required Bachelor's degree attained by December 2027 or June 2028.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Analytical skills for data tracking and results analysis.
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
• Demonstrated learning agility.
• Ability to deliver results on challenging assignments.
• Comfortable working with people in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to participate in the program January 2027 - June 2027.
• Immersion in a dynamic and collaborative work culture.

Responsibilities

• As a Pharma Engineering Co-Op, you will learn and grow while delivering results for Nestlé USA through key projects, systems, and people.
• Project assignments provide opportunities to: Demonstrate initiative; Work cross-functionally; Build knowledge and skills by recommending organizational actions focused on cost savings or operational efficiencies.
• Each Co-Op is expected to complete a value-added project within the program timeframe.
• Sample projects include quality, process improvement, and troubleshooting using basic problem-solving or statistical analysis.
• Standardizing work processes to improve operations and support training of new technicians.
• Support introduction of new technologies and processes with hands-on testing of equipment, facilities, and utilities.
• Optimize use of computerized systems and business tools to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Participate in equipment failure investigations and metrology initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Team player

Learning agility

Deliver results

Education

Bachelor's in Biomedical, Mechanical, or Chemical Eng

Degree completion by Dec 2027 or Jun 2028

GPA 3.0+ preferred

Job description

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, VitalProteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

About the Pharma Engineering Co-Op Program

Nestlé USA's Pharma Co-Op Program is a development experience designed to give selected individuals real-world exposure while pursuing their degree and deepening their understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing at Nestlé USA.

The Co-Op Program consists of a full-time 6-month immersive experience in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) testing environment, intended to build capability and understanding of continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment at Nestlé USA.

Participants receive an exciting introduction to the world of Nestlé USA and gain insight into the various departments that collaborate to bring our products to life. As you progress in your educational career, you will experience a unique breadth of work assignments within your area of expertise.

Primary Responsibilities

As a Pharma Engineering Co-Op, you will learn and grow while delivering results for Nestlé USA through key projects, systems, and people.

Project assignments provide opportunities to:

• Demonstrate initiative
• Work cross-functionally
• Build knowledge and skills by recommending organizational actions focused on cost savings or operational efficiencies
• Each Co-Op is expected to complete a value-added project within the program timeframe.

Sample Projects

Examples of projects may include:

• Quality, process improvement, and troubleshooting projects using basic problem-solving or statistical analysis
• Standardizing work processes to improve operations and support training of new technicians
• Support introduction of new technologies and processes. Hands-on testing of equipment, facilities, and utilities in accordance with predefined test protocols.
• Optimize use of computerized systems and business tools to ensure high level of quality and efficiency in day-to-day operations
• Participate in equipment failure investigations, metrology initiatives, and engineering documentation tasks
• Safety initiatives

Requirements:

Education

• Working toward a bachelor's degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Completion of the required Bachelor's degree attained by December 2027 or June 2028.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Analytical skills for data tracking and results analysis
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment
• Demonstrated learning agility
• Ability to deliver results on challenging assignments

Additional Requirements

• Comfortable working with people in various capacities within a laboratory setting
• Ability to participate in the program January 2027 - June 2027

Additional Perks

• Immersion in a dynamic and collaborative work culture
• Mentorship and professional guidance from experienced leaders

The pay range for this position is $25-$28. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers

Salary: to per year

Bonus Eligibility: No

The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits

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