Intern Product Development

Welcome to the Home of Food at Nestlé! 
Together with 220 experts at our Nestlé Product Technology Centre for Food (NPTC Food), we are responsible for the innovation and renovation of culinary products.  Every day, we embody the entrepreneurial mindset and transform science into technologies with the aim of delivering tasty and balanced meals with the highest levels of freshness and convenience. 
Within Nestlés worldwide research and development network we are based in Singen, Germany. Are you ready to join our international team?
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Most important facts at a glance:
Location: Singen, Germany
Department: Research & Development
Working: fulltime
Contract: limited – for 6 months
Start: January 1st, 2026
 
A day in a life of an Intern Product Development
During your internship, you will be working independently:
•    Organizing and executing small scale trials (kitchen or pilot plant)
•    Performing technical tastings to assess sensory attributes like taste, color, texture.
•    Preparing and executing physical and chemical analysis (e.g. texture, moisture, water activity, particle size distribution, flowability, density)
•    Conducting research on scientific papers, state of the art and patents
•    Establishing research reports and presenting to agreed stakeholders
•    Collecting raw material samples from suppliers and conducting ingredient selection based on business input 
 
Our Requirements
•    Currently enrolled in a Master´s degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, Engineering or similar 
•    An intrinsic enthusiasm for product development
•    Curious of understanding they why behind the what
•    Understanding of food products, powder behaviour based on origin/composition (sticking, flowing, dusting etc.)
•    Understanding of measurement systems and their performance indicators, sources of errors
•    Excellent analytical and practical capabilities
•    Fluency in English is mandatory (written and spoken), German is a plus
•    Structured working method, proactiveness, results orientation and very good communication skills
 
What you need to know
•    In good hands: We make sure that you are well looked after by our experienced colleagues during your internship.
•    Internship salary: We pay the minimum wage for all mandatory and voluntary internships, above and beyond the legal requirements.
•    30 days of vacation: Breaks and time off are important. That's why all Nestlé employees have more vacation days than required by law.  
•    38 hours week
 
Ready for the next steps?
Please apply online - don't forget to indicate the earliest possible starting date and attach all relevant documents. Your contact person for this position is Sarah Lefkowitz.

Become part of something big 
Nestlé offers endless possibilities for you. We are a leader in nutrition, health and wellness with our brands that are loved around the world. A real opportunity to positively impact the lives of millions. From breakfast to dinner, from medical nutrition to healthy snacks for four-legged friends, from sustainable farming to eco-friendly packaging. So much is already here, now make it even better. In a team of diverse characters learning with and from each other - be a force for good.