R&D Culinary Intern – Food Innovation

About the role

Join Nestlé Research as an R&D Culinary Intern and help shape the future of food. You will work alongside chefs, scientists, and cross‑category teams to develop innovative food concepts, prototypes, and tasting experiences that support strategic innovation projects.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Culinary Flagship team in delivering strategic tastings, leadership events and product showcases.
• Create and refine culinary prototypes, turning early concepts into engaging tasting experiences and project recommendations.
• Collaborate with chefs, scientists and cross‑functional teams to explore new ideas and contribute to innovation projects.
• Document prototypes, recipes and learnings in operational catalogues and databases to ensure knowledge sharing.
• Explore global food cultures, cooking techniques and consumer habits to deepen understanding of culinary trends.

Required profile

• Currently pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts with practical kitchen experience and a passion for recipe conceptualisation.
• Curious and enthusiastic about how culinary creativity and science combine to develop innovative food products.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, and demonstrates adaptability and a continuous learning mindset.

What we offer

• Flexible working options, including hybrid possibilities for office‑based roles.
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Healthcare contribution and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Attractive employee discounts across a range of Nestlé products and services.