Nestle Health Science - Technical Applications Formulation Intern

At Nestle Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad 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 have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestle Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

A Technical Applications Formulation Intern will play a vital role in supporting the evaluation of VMHS formulations to identify opportunities to create vitamin pre-mix formulations. These formulations will be used across multiple bulks improving efficiencies at all VMHS sites. The intern will need to be capable of self-management, collaborate well with functional areas, and escalate issues. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the supplement industry while working alongside experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, assists CTAG in the formulation of nutritional supplement products in various forms in support of manufacturing.
• Collects and summarizes data
• Keeps records of laboratory work and observations
• Uses a variety of software tools and programs to input and retrieve data as needed.
• Cleans and maintains lab equipment and room after use.
• Completes special projects on time, as assigned by their supervisor/mentor.
• Ensures that all internal and external work activities are conducted to appropriated standards, in accordance with Company policies, laws, quality standards, SOPs, etc.

Expected high performance behaviors:

• Exhibit positive attitude regarding work and responsibilities
• Ability to work collaboratively within teams
• Continuously looks for ways to do things faster and better, while maintaining high quality standards
• Is creative and intellectually curious; tries different and novel ways to solve obstacles

Experience

• Lab or pilot plant experience, knowledge of food chemistry and formulation methods a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Areas of Study/Majors

Currently pursuing a degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific/engineering field.

Additional Requirements

Preference should be given to someone who has worked in a pilot plant environment, or has experience in food formulation and laboratory.

The approximate target compensation range for this role is $28/hr. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

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