Material Characterization intern

Position Snapshot Location: Orbe, Switzerland Act. Rate: Full-Time Type of contract: Internship, 6 months Start date: Summer 2025 - Flexible

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Position Summary

The Nestlé System Technology Centre (NSTC) in Orbe is Nestlés leading R&D centre for the design, development and deployment of Nestlé delivery systems, offering expertise in machines, packaging and products for in-home and out-of-home.

As a Material Characterization intern, you will have the opportunity to work on a focused project related to Packaging Materials Performance for coffee capsules . You will engage in hands-on research and experimentation, contributing to the development and evaluation of packaging solutions. This internship will allow you to apply your academic knowledge in a practical setting while gaining valuable experience in the field of packaging materials.

A Day in the Life of a Material Characterization intern

• Assist in designing and preparing experiments focused on Packaging Materials Performance
• Conduct research and literature reviews on packaging materials to support project development
• Perform lab tests to assess material performance
• Help define efficient testing methodologies to streamline processes
• Contribute to ongoing projects, ensuring alignment with objectives and timelines
• Collaborate on specifications for new packaging lines using IT tools for simulation
• Collect and analyze experimental data, summarizing results for reporting

What will make you successful

• Student or fresh graduate in a Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering or a related field
• Strong understanding of the correlation between material structures and their properties
• Demonstrated interest in digital tools and technologies that enhance engineering practices
• Familiarity with scientific environments, including hands-on experience with laboratory activities and data analysis a plus
• Curious mindset with a strong ability to work collaboratively within a team setting
• Excellent methodological and organizational abilities
• Good command of Excel and PowerBi
• Fluent in English, French is a plus

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Information :

• Company : Nestlé
• Position : Material Characterization intern
• Location : Orbe, VD
• Country : CH