Intern

Job Description

About Nestlé Health Science

At Nestlé Health Science, we are driven by the belief that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge to empower healthier lives. We embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength. Our extensive product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature’s Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also possess significant pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines aimed at preventing, managing, and treating gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

We are committed to fostering an environment where our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves. We believe brilliant ideas can originate from anyone, anywhere, embracing an entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative teamwork. We prioritize professional growth, offering dynamic career paths, robust development opportunities, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

Position Summary: Intern

The Intern will actively participate in new product development activities, encompassing literature review, recipe development, trial planning and execution, data analysis, and report writing. This position will provide crucial support to one or more active innovation and renovation projects, focusing on the development of nutritional and wellness products available in various formats, including gummies, chewables, and powders.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive literature searches using both internal and external databases.
• Develop a deep understanding of ingredient interactions and their effectiveness at various usage levels.
• Plan and execute trials at lab/bench scale and/or pilot plant scale, which may include the design of experiments (DOE).
• Collaborate with analytical lab and sensory teams to assess the impact of ingredients on the final product quality and attributes.
• Analyze data derived from lab and pilot trials and formulate clear conclusions from the experimental findings.
• Present findings and recommendations effectively through professional presentations and detailed project reports.

Skills

• Possess a strong knowledge of food science principles and be comfortable with lab/bench scale experiments and prototype creation.
• A self-starter who is results-oriented, analytical, innovative, intellectually curious, and proactive in taking initiative.
• Ability to learn quickly, embrace change, and thrive within a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and excels in collaborative teamwork.
• Comfortable with basic data analysis using tools like Excel (e.g., creating tables, charts) for presenting conclusions.

Areas of Study/Majors

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related fields.

Additional Requirements

• This is an onsite internship at NPTC Bridgewater.
• The internship is scheduled to begin on May 26th, 2026.
• This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Diversity and Inclusion at Nestlé

It is our business imperative to maintain a highly inclusive workplace. We specifically encourage veterans and separated service members to apply, recognizing that skills such as flexibility, agility, and leadership gained during service are highly valued and transferable to this role. Furthermore, we are committed to an inclusive work environment that recognizes the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities, and we actively seek skilled and qualified individuals to join our mission.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Should you require any special accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment experience, please inform us confidentially prior to the next step in the recruiting process. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or dial 711 and provide the operator with this number: 1-800-321-6467.

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Job Requisition: 386072