R & D Accelerator Summer Internship

Nestlé’s Research & Development Center is our regional powerhouse driving innovation in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical science. Backed by our global Nestlé R&D organization, we lead breakthrough discoveries that are both good for consumers and the planet. Our team of experts range from product developers to engineers, working across our portfolio of food, beverage, infant nutrition, and health science to create leading-edge products and services. As part of our organization, you will use your entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence to unlock the power of food and provide premium value.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

This position is responsible to support the End to End activities led by the Accelerator Product Designer. The candidate will have participation in R&D projects aiming to disrupt the food and beverage industry through breakthrough innovation in order to deliver incremental growth outside Nestlé’s core. The Summer Intern will also collaborate with support functions and team members to ensure Food Safety and Quality consistency in the Minimum Viable Products developed by the teams.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create and validate Standard Operation Procedures that ensure our operations meet Safety, Food Safety and Quality Standards in the Innovation Kitchen Lab.
Attend Accelerator Project Meetings to ensure product design solves our future consumers pain points.
Build a Mock Traceability System for our Shop Test Operations.
Support Product Designer in creation process of new innovative concepts
Coordinate and execute technical tastings.
Facilitate prototyping sessions in the Innovation Kitchen Benchtop.
Assist in the creation of an End-to-End Innovation Playbook for the project teams.
Support team with national/international shipment/reception of MVPs and/or Ingredients.
Create Visual Standards for Accelerator Common Areas.
Aid in the evaluation of novel ingredients and/or technologies.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Knowledge):

College or University student pursuing a degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or relevant scientific fields.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Demonstrate willingness to learn new things, and the ability to work in a team with diverse responsibilities.
Excellent Communication skills both written and verbal. Including ability to present findings, write reports, and collaborate with team members.
Preferred previous experience in research, whether through academic projects, internships, or independent studies
Efficient time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks, meet objectives, and deliver results.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficient on Microsoft Office Software

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

Nestlé’s Research & Development Center is our regional powerhouse driving innovation in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical science. Backed by our global Nestlé R&D organization, we lead breakthrough discoveries that are both good for consumers and the planet. Our team of experts range from product developers to engineers, working across our portfolio of food, beverage, infant nutrition, and health science to create leading-edge products and services. As part of our organization, you will use your entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence to unlock the power of food and provide premium value.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

This position is responsible to support the End to End activities led by the Accelerator Product Designer. The candidate will have participation in R&D projects aiming to disrupt the food and beverage industry through breakthrough innovation in order to deliver incremental growth outside Nestlé’s core. The Summer Intern will also collaborate with support functions and team members to ensure Food Safety and Quality consistency in the Minimum Viable Products developed by the teams.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create and validate Standard Operation Procedures that ensure our operations meet Safety, Food Safety and Quality Standards in the Innovation Kitchen Lab.
Attend Accelerator Project Meetings to ensure product design solves our future consumers pain points.
Build a Mock Traceability System for our Shop Test Operations.
Support Product Designer in creation process of new innovative concepts
Coordinate and execute technical tastings.
Facilitate prototyping sessions in the Innovation Kitchen Benchtop.
Assist in the creation of an End-to-End Innovation Playbook for the project teams.
Support team with national/international shipment/reception of MVPs and/or Ingredients.
Create Visual Standards for Accelerator Common Areas.
Aid in the evaluation of novel ingredients and/or technologies.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Knowledge):

College or University student pursuing a degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or relevant scientific fields.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Demonstrate willingness to learn new things, and the ability to work in a team with diverse responsibilities.
Excellent Communication skills both written and verbal. Including ability to present findings, write reports, and collaborate with team members.
Preferred previous experience in research, whether through academic projects, internships, or independent studies
Efficient time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks, meet objectives, and deliver results.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficient on Microsoft Office Software

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

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