Summer 2022 Nutrition Internship

As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future. We joined the Nestlé Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since. Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well. A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Snapshot

Nestle Nutrition R&D in Fremont, Michigan is looking for a Nutrition Intern to start in May or June. We require someone with an MS in Nutrition Science (or a similar topic) and preferably with an undergraduate degree in Dietetics. Ideally, the candidate would have just completed their MS and would like to gain exposure to the food industry. It would be an advantage (but not essential) if the candidate has a background in food composition and/or early childhood feeding. The main tasks would be to:

Participate in cross-functional team activities to align innovation and renovation projects with infant nutrition standards and governing regulations
Support the global portfolio of Nestle infant products through navigation of internal information systems to complete ingredient analyses
Search literature and synthesize scientific writing into internal communication used to strengthen project initiatives
Conduct nutritional competitive analyses to build knowledge on nutritional profiles of products currently on market
Critically examine nutrition recommendations from global public health authorities to develop and define nutrition thresholds

What We Are Looking For In A Candidate

Self-starter, able to take initiative
Comfortable working independently
Familiar with FDA/USDA regulatory food labeling guidelines
Strong scientific writing skills
Proficient in professional communication and conduct
Experienced in using Excel functions to create interactive worksheets

The position can be 100% remote, hybrid or relocation to Fremont, MI. The internship is for a minimum of 6 months with potential to extend up to 12 months.

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.

As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future. We joined the Nestlé Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since. Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well. A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Snapshot

Nestle Nutrition R&D in Fremont, Michigan is looking for a Nutrition Intern to start in May or June. We require someone with an MS in Nutrition Science (or a similar topic) and preferably with an undergraduate degree in Dietetics. Ideally, the candidate would have just completed their MS and would like to gain exposure to the food industry. It would be an advantage (but not essential) if the candidate has a background in food composition and/or early childhood feeding. The main tasks would be to:

Participate in cross-functional team activities to align innovation and renovation projects with infant nutrition standards and governing regulations
Support the global portfolio of Nestle infant products through navigation of internal information systems to complete ingredient analyses
Search literature and synthesize scientific writing into internal communication used to strengthen project initiatives
Conduct nutritional competitive analyses to build knowledge on nutritional profiles of products currently on market
Critically examine nutrition recommendations from global public health authorities to develop and define nutrition thresholds

What We Are Looking For In A Candidate

Self-starter, able to take initiative
Comfortable working independently
Familiar with FDA/USDA regulatory food labeling guidelines
Strong scientific writing skills
Proficient in professional communication and conduct
Experienced in using Excel functions to create interactive worksheets

The position can be 100% remote, hybrid or relocation to Fremont, MI. The internship is for a minimum of 6 months with potential to extend up to 12 months.

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.

Fremont, MI, US, 49413-0001