Internship Product Development Sweetness Solutions (all genders)
Key Skills
Job Description
This internship focuses on Product Development of Sweetness Solutions within the Chilled Dairy team. You will explore innovative ways to reduce sugar and replace artificial sweeteners in fresh dairy products such as milk drinks, fermented drinks, custards, yoghurts and quarks. The project covers multiple aspects of product development aimed at improving sweetness perception, nutritional value through lower sugar levels, and consumer appeal by using more natural solutions. The internship activities will focus on exploring the potential of natural sweetness solutions to improve the quality of fresh dairy products, developing naturally sweetened products without added sugars or artificial sweeteners. Important aspects you will work on are: Innovation and renovation of fresh dairy products including milk drinks, fermented drinks, custards, yoghurts and quarks. Design and conduct experiments, analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions to support product development. Maintain detailed records of research activities, including experimental procedures, data analysis, and results. Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings to the team and stakeholders. Assisting in different ongoing projects within the team. What we ask: An enthusiastic, independent, driven student that easily communicates with others. Currently pursuing a degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology or a related field (B.Sc. or M.Sc.). Strong interest in dairy product innovation and development. Basic laboratory skills and familiarity with dairy processing techniques. Good planning and organizational skills. English language, both oral and written. What we offer: Develop hands-on skills in processing, analyzing, and improving dairy products. Work alongside experienced researchers and industry professionals. Contribute to the creation of healthier, more appealing dairy products that meet consumer demands for natural and nutritious options. Engage in projects that have direct applications in the dairy industry. Build connections with industry experts and professionals, opening doors for future career opportunities. Our development team is located in the FrieslandCampina Innovation Center in Wageningen. We are closely connected to other R&D disciplines, like Research, Sensory, Packaging development and the Pilot Plant. The Chilled dairy development team is part of Europe business group. You will be part of an international team of 16 developers. Within the chilled dairy development team we are focusing on Family Nutrition for the European business to consumer market. We develop healthy, nourishing products, including milk drinks, vla/custard, yoghurts and quarks. These products are introduced to consumers under the brands such as Campina, Optimel, Milli and NoyNoy, as well as for Private Label. Important aspects in product development are to develop palatable products with great taste and texture, while taking the nutritional profile, consumer trends, and sustainability into account.
Core Responsibilities
Explore natural sweetness solutions and develop fresh dairy products with reduced sugar and no added artificial sweeteners. Design and conduct experiments, analyze and document results, prepare reports and presentations, and support ongoing team projects.
Requirements
Applicants should be pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or a related field and have a strong interest in dairy product innovation. They should have basic laboratory skills, familiarity with dairy processing, good planning and organizational abilities, and strong written and spoken English.
Benefits
- Hands-On Product Development Experience
- Work Alongside Experienced Researchers and Industry Professionals
- Industry Connections
- Career Development Opportunities
About FrieslandCampina
Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Company size: 10,001+ employees
FrieslandCampina is a large international dairy company with a cooperative history dating back more than 150 years. The company processes milk into a wide range of dairy products and ingredients. Royal FrieslandCampina N.V. is fully owned by Zuivelcoöperatie FrieslandCampina U.A., with 15,000 dairy farmers in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and France as members. Through the cooperative, these member dairy farmers jointly own the company. FrieslandCampina provides consumers with dairy products, such as milk, yoghurt, condensed milk, dairy-based beverages, cheese, butter, quark and cream. The dairy company supplies specific nutrition geared to meet the needs of specific consumer groups, such as children, the elderly and sportspeople. Professional customers, such as bakers, pastry chefs, chocolate confectioners, chefs and caterers can also rely on our broad product range, including creams, butter, desserts and fillings. In addition, the company supplies high-quality ingredients to international food producers and pharmaceutical companies. With over 20,000 employees (FTEs) and branches in 29 countries, our products find their way to more than 100 countries worldwide. Our company has an inclusive culture that reflects our heritage. That means people here are open, friendly, straight-forward and pragmatic. Our team players are always seeking collaborations built on trust and respect, and that spirit fuels the power of ‘We’. Our culture is about embracing the power of differences in order to grow together. It is the diversity of our people, their individual enthusiasm and collective commitment to shaping the future of dairy that makes FrieslandCampina such a special place to work. We believe that when you stay true to your nature, you will get the most out of your natural potential. If that is in your nature too. Bring your spark. Join us. Grow with us.