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Position Snapshot

• Nestlé Italiana, Milan HQ (Assago)
• Undergraduates or Graduates in engineering, economics, environmental science or other scientific or sustainability‑related fields
• Nestlé welcomes people with disabilities

• Full-time internship (6 months) – We offer a monthly allowance of €900, free access to the company canteen, free access to a partner gym near the office and a company laptop

• A dynamic, people‑focused environment that encourages autonomy, trust, and a results‑oriented way of working

• Start date: May 2026

Position Summary

This internship offers the opportunity to join the Sustainability team of Nestlé Italiana and gain hands‑on experience in ESG topics within a structured corporate environment.

The intern will support the team in ESG data collection and analysis, sustainability‑related regulatory requirements and sustainability assessments, with a specific focus on packaging.

The role also includes supporting activities aimed at ensuring consistency and accuracy of sustainability information communicated externally.

Working closely with the Sustainability team and relevant internal stakeholders, the intern will contribute to ongoing activities while developing a practical understanding of how sustainability data, regulatory requirements and technical assessments are translated into concrete actions.

A day in the life of...

• Supporting the collection, consolidation and quality check of ESG data for internal and external reporting purposes
• Contributing to the analysis and translation of sustainability‑related regulatory requirements into operational implications
• Supporting sustainability assessments of packaging solutions, including the evaluation of materials, recyclability and related sustainability criteria
• Supporting the review and update of sustainability-related communications
• Preparing clear summaries and presentations to support internal alignment and decision‑making

What will make you successful

• Strong interest in sustainability, ESG topics and environmental impact
• Strong interest in sustainability and ESG topics
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail, especially when working with data
• Ability to work in a structured way and manage multiple inputs
• Team‑oriented mindset and ability to collaborate in cross‑functional contexts
• Curiosity, willingness to learn and proactive attitude
• Good knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Fluency in Italian and English
• Academic background or interest in sustainability, environmental management, circular economy or related topics is a plus

Our Selection Process

Step 1:

Meeting with HR – Talent Acquisition → Motivational and Attitudinal Assessment
An introductory conversation focused on your motivations, your academic and extracurricular experiences, and your interest in sustainability-related topics and corporate management.

Step 2:

Meeting with the Business (Reference Tutor / Line Manager) → Role & Business Case

Together with the Manager, you’ll explore the Sustainability/ESG topics and role, working on a business case focused on data analysis. This step is designed to assess your analytical thinking, curiosity, and result-driven mindset, as well as your ability to translate data into actionable insights.

Step 3:

Feedback
You will receive feedback at the end of the process, regardless of the outcome.

Who we are, What we Believe in

We are Nestlé. We are the Good food, Good life company. 

Good food, Good life is our promise, it is a daily commitment. It is only thanks to our people that we can make a difference and realize this belief: we call them Good People.

At Nestlé, we believe that recognition, inclusion and valorization of diversity can make us grow both as individuals and as a company. This is why we promote a work environment, a business culture and a leadership model that guarantee equal opportunities for everyone and at all organizational levels. We believe diversity is a winning factor and we always encourage our people to share ideas and collaborate.

Here at Nestlé you will also be able to be part of the Emotional Communities, groups of colleagues of different functions and seniorities who come together with the aim of spreading a corporate culture that allows everyone to freely express their passions and identities. LGBT +, Gender Balance, Young, Disability, Volunteering, Green, Multiculturalism are just some of the communities that you can be part of.

Diversity is a fact, inclusion is a choice and we have chosen to be inclusive.