The Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee (NPTC Coffee) is the leading R&D organization that discovers, develops and deploys coffee and beverage products and technologies for in-home and out-of-home consumption. It consists of units in Konolfingen (CH), Marysville (USA), Orbe (CH) and Singapore and provides new products and processes to all Nestlé markets worldwide.

Our mission – to delight the consumer wherever, whenever, however by delivering moments of genuine pleasure and indulgence - drives the need for us to attract, select and develop the right people for the right jobs throughout the value chain of our business.

Position Snapshot

Location: Orbe, Switzerland

Company: Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.
Act. Rate: Full-Time
Type of contract: Internship, 6 months 

Start date: 02.02.2026

Deadline for applications: 18.12.2025

What we offer at Nestlé

International, diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment : Read more about our Nestlé Community

Opportunities to have an impact and contribute to your team’s success

Endless learning opportunities and enriching experiences

Strong mentorship for your professional growth

Professional network and route to entry level position

Position Summary 

We are looking for a Packaging Intern to join our team. This role involves coordinating technical and analytical activities related to packaging development. You will support key packaging projects aimed at helping Nestlé achieve its sustainability goals, focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and minimizing virgin plastic usage. This position offers a unique opportunity to blend technical expertise with creative thinking in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and international working environment with many opportunities across different companies, functions, and regions. Don’t miss the chance to work with diverse teams in an agile context.

A Day in the Life of a Packaging Intern

• Act as the first point of contact for all technical and analytical-related activities
• Coordinate project managers' requests in relation with packaging protocols and tests
• Support in laboratory work and pilot line trials gaining hands-on skills
• Assist in developing new materials for packaging projects
• Analyze data to help with the optimization of packaging
• Contribute to launching improved versions of our packaging working in contact with various teams

What will make you successful

• Student or fresh graduate in a Master’s Degree in Materials Science, Packaging, or related fields
• Demonstrate proactivity, agility, independence, and a service-oriented approach
• Exhibit adaptability and the ability to build relationships within a team
• Possess good communication skills and a strong awareness of sustainability
• Fluent in English, with basic knowledge of French

Nestlé is committed to the accessibility of its recruitment process. If you require an adaptation during the recruitment process, please do let us know so we can support you effectively. All information will be treated confidentially. 

At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win. We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people’s lives that we touch every single day. 

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