Company: Nestlé

Location: North York, ON

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Job date: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 05:13:13 GMT

Job description: Position Snapshot
Business areas: Nestlé Canada
Job title: Technical Applications Intern
Location: North YorkPosition Summary
We are looking for a Technical Applications Intern for the months of May 2025 to August 2025. This role will be responsible for assisting the product development team in developing and implementing innovative, consumer-centric food products, ensuring they meet business requirements and industry standards. The candidate will gain hands-on experience in product formulation, sensory evaluation, and recipe management in support of various Nestlé businesses.A little bit about usWe strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3,000+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward.Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees.A day in the life of a Technical Applications InternAs an intern you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the food and beverage industry environment, from working on innovative projects and processes that enhance our product offerings and improve customer satisfaction You will work closely with our product development team, learn from industry professionals and contribute to real-world projects.You will also:

• Assist the product development team in creating and testing new food products, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards.
• Conduct research on market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor products to inform product development strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, quality assurance, and supply chain, to support product launches, cost savings and ensuring supply projects.
• Participate in sensory evaluations and product tastings to gather feedback and make recommendations for product enhancements.
• Maintain accurate records of product formulations, test results, and project progress.
• Support digitalization and automation of key project and product development processes.

What will make you successful?
As the successful candidate, you will support the Technical team working with cross functional teams throughout the organization so you will need to be passionate, results focused and really enjoy working in a highly energetic and exciting environment. You are a problem solver, who wants to make a difference here at Nestle and inspire the people around you while working. You will also:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field.
• Involvement in extracurricular activities which demonstrate initiative and leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct detailed research and analysis.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Passion for food and innovation, with a keen interest in the latest industry trends and developments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
• Experience with Power BI and simple digital automation
• Fast learner, and must be comfortable working within a dynamic, challenging environment.

We have a friendly, supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression – this really could be a move towards the exciting Technical and Production career you’ve always wanted.Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
• Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company
• Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories
• Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)
• Additional discounts on a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships

What you need to know
Applications close on October 16, 2024. We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.#LI-HybridPosition Snapshot
Business areas: Nestlé Canada
Job title: Technical Applications Intern
Location: North YorkPosition Summary
We are looking for a Technical Applications Intern for the months of May 2025 to August 2025. This role will be responsible for assisting the product development team in developing and implementing innovative, consumer-centric food products, ensuring they meet business requirements and industry standards. The candidate will gain hands-on experience in product formulation, sensory evaluation, and recipe management in support of various Nestlé businesses.A little bit about usWe strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3,000+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward.Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees.A day in the life of a Technical Applications InternAs an intern you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the food and beverage industry environment, from working on innovative projects and processes that enhance our product offerings and improve customer satisfaction You will work closely with our product development team, learn from industry professionals and contribute to real-world projects.You will also:

• Assist the product development team in creating and testing new food products, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards.
• Conduct research on market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor products to inform product development strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, quality assurance, and supply chain, to support product launches, cost savings and ensuring supply projects.
• Participate in sensory evaluations and product tastings to gather feedback and make recommendations for product enhancements.
• Maintain accurate records of product formulations, test results, and project progress.
• Support digitalization and automation of key project and product development processes.

What will make you successful?
As the successful candidate, you will support the Technical team working with cross functional teams throughout the organization so you will need to be passionate, results focused and really enjoy working in a highly energetic and exciting environment. You are a problem solver, who wants to make a difference here at Nestle and inspire the people around you while working. You will also:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field.
• Involvement in extracurricular activities which demonstrate initiative and leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct detailed research and analysis.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Passion for food and innovation, with a keen interest in the latest industry trends and developments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
• Experience with Power BI and simple digital automation
• Fast learner, and must be comfortable working within a dynamic, challenging environment.

We have a friendly, supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression – this really could be a move towards the exciting Technical and Production career you’ve always wanted.Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
• Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company
• Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories
• Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)
• Additional discounts on a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships

What you need to know
Applications close on October 16, 2024. We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.#LI-HybridNorth York, CANorth York, CA