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Intern FrieslandCampina Ingredients, Ingredient functionality
FrieslandCampina Nederland B.V.
About the role
Interested in developing innovative nutritional beverages? Join FrieslandCampina and explore how ingredients, formulation, and processing influence product performance. We are looking for MSc student for internship or Thesis for minimal 5 months.
The development of nutritional beverage products requires a strong understanding of ingredient functionality and product performance. During this internship, you will contribute to research projects that support the development of next-generation beverage concepts. Working within FrieslandCampina's R&D and Innovation organization, you will investigate how ingredients and formulation approaches can be translated into successful applications. You will combine hands-on laboratory work with data analysis and contribute to generating knowledge that supports product and ingredient development. This internship offers the opportunity to gain experience in an industrial research environment and work closely with experts from different disciplines. Key activities include: Designing and conducting experimental studies Evaluating ingredients and product performance Supporting formulation and application development activities Applying analytical techniques to for characterization Analysing and interpreting experimental data Translating findings into practical recommendations Presenting results to project teams and stakeholders You will work closely with application experts, process technologists, and analytical experts within FrieslandCampina's Innovation & R&D organisation. Example research areas: Protein ingredient functionality Beverage formulation and application development Product quality and performance Ingredient interactions in nutritional systems Ideal Student
What you'll bring
MSc student in Food Technology, Food Science, Dairy Technology, Chemical Engineering or related field Interested in colloid science, protein functionality, or formulation Hands-on experimental mindset Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Minimal 5 months Internship/Thesis period
What's on offer
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.