Intern Specialized Nutrition ingredient interactions in powdered infant formula products

Would you like to contribute to the development of high-quality infant formula products at FrieslandCampina? Are you curious about understanding ingredient interactions and how these interactions impact the final product properties? Then we are looking for you! The R&D department of Specialized Nutrition in Wageningen is developing new and improved products and processes for infants and toddlers for the global market. For this vulnerable group, nutritious products with premium quality are critical. Premium quality for our consumers includes the ease of dissolving the infant formula powder and its stability during processing and shelf life. This will be the focus of this internship.

In this internship we will focus on understanding and optimizing the powder properties of our infant formula by looking into recipe compositions and interactions during processing. You will start this internship by collecting internal/external information about what is known so far. After preparing a research proposal, you will perform lab trials and analyses on the prepared samples. You interpret and present results regularly to the relevant stakeholders and will write a final report at the end of your internship. This is a circa 5-6 months internship with a preferable starting date mid-September 2026.

Currently at your final year of relevant BSc study, e.g., Food Technology, with good foundation of food technology and food ingredients, and basic knowledge of dairy technology and processes; Skillful communicator within R&D and towards colleagues, in English language, both oral and written; Independent in project planning and organizational skills; Pragmatic, proactive, hands-on mentality, flexible and creative; Ambition to pursue a future career in product development.

We offer an interesting and challenging internship position, providing you the opportunity to develop yourself in your work field; You can count on sufficient professional supervision; A reasonable internship allowance.

An inspiring purpose Better nutrition for the world and a good living for our farmers, now and for generations to come. A cooperative culture Driven by global collaboration, respect, and shared success A tangible impact Space to aim higher, with autonomy and a clear focus Your growth fuels ours We invest in your personal and professional development through training and education.