R&D Product Development Intern, Technical Applications

Nestle SA; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship/Buddy Program

Furnished subsidized housing

Potential full-time employment

Job summary

Nestlé USA is offering a paid summer internship in the Technical Applications Group in Arlington, VA. You will work on product development projects, from design to manufacturing, with real responsibilities and opportunities to lead initiatives, support cost savings, and interact with factory staff and vendors.

The program develops future professionals with leadership, analytical, and communication skills, and may include factory visits, testing, protocol development, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a BS/MS degree program in Food Science, Food Engineering, Bakery Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• Completion of degree by Spring 2028 or near shortly after is preferred for undergraduates. GPA of 3.0 and above preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Develop and reformulate products to meet guardrails and consumer expectations

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Learning capabilities

Deliver results

Fast paced

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

BS or MS in Food Science/Engineering

Spring 2028 graduation preferred

Job description

Nestlé USA is offering a paid summer internship in the Technical Applications Group in Arlington, VA. You will work on product development projects, from design to manufacturing, with real responsibilities and opportunities to lead initiatives, support cost savings, and interact with factory staff and vendors.

The program develops future professionals with leadership, analytical, and communication skills, and may include factory visits, testing, protocol development, and collaboration with