2027 Product Development (TAG) Internship

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA • Solon, OH

5d • $28 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Nestlé USA offers a paid summer internship in its Technical Applications Group (TAG). The product development team leads the development process from design through manufacturing. Interns take on real responsibilities, participate in team activities and initiatives, and may lead their own projects, gaining exposure to the work of product developers. The internship is intended to develop future TAG professionals.

Interns assist with development and industrialization of new or reformulated products, quality improvements, and cost optimization. They provide technical assistance to internal departments in support of business goals and interact with factory staff, internal customers, and external vendors. Opportunities may include factory visits, factory or pilot plant testing, protocol development, cooking with the culinary team, and vendor presentations.

The role is based in Solon, Ohio. The intern must be available to begin June 7, 2027, be willing to relocate to Solon (relocation support may be available if needed), and be willing to travel to factory locations nationwide as needed. Visa sponsorship is not available. The approximate target compensation is $28–$30 per hour; final compensation may vary based on qualifications and geographic location.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a BS or MS degree program in Food Science, Food Engineering, Bakery Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be available to begin the internship on June 7, 2027.
• Willingness to relocate to Solon, Ohio; relocation support may be available if needed.
• Willingness to travel to factory locations throughout the nation as needed.
• Strong analytical skills for data tracking and results analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Collaborative and able to work in a team environment.
• Ability to deliver results on challenging assignments and work in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and assignments.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• For undergraduate students, completion of the degree by Spring 2028 or shortly thereafter is preferred.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and outstanding learning capabilities.
• Presentation creation and delivery skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and industrializing new or reformulated products, including products meeting specified guardrails and consumer needs.
• Reformulate products to improve productivity, deliver cost savings, ensure supply, or address consumer complaints.
• Support quality improvements and cost optimization.
• Provide technical assistance to internal departments to support business goals.
• Execute maintenance and capital projects, including scoping, bidding, execution, and contractor coordination.
• Contribute to department initiatives to improve efficiency and consistency in systems, storage, information flow, and information accessibility.
• Coordinate project start-ups and contractors.
• Participate as appropriate in factory visits, factory or pilot plant testing, protocol development, cooking with the culinary team, and vendor presentations.

Benefits

• Paid summer internship.
• Potential opportunity for full-time employment within the Technical Applications Group based on performance.
• Exposure to senior leadership and project presentations.
• Mentorship/Buddy Program.
• Furnished subsidized housing for qualified individuals.
• Performance-based incentives.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern