All posting locations: Nijmegen, , Netherlands
Job Function: 10 - R&D
Date Published: 05-Aug-2022
Ref #: R-59064
Description & Requirements
Role: Laboratory Intern - Shelf Life and Sustainable Packaging
Start Date: September/October 2022
Duration: 5/6 Months
Location: Nijmegen- The Netherlands
Detailed programme of the Internship:
The aim of this research is to accurately predict and validate the
shelf life of Sauces via Chemical- Physical and Sensorial analysis to
build a prediction model for Shelf life.
The focus will be on delivering:
- A validated Condiment Sauces Protocol for Shelf life in new packaging
- Understanding the validation of the protocol for different recipes & packaging
- Validate Emulsions & Non Emulsions Sauces by Shelf life modelling
The following activities will be performed:
- Review of relevant literature
- Perform Chemical- Physical and Packaging analyses
- Perform Flavours Analysis - Gas Chromatography
- Update and or create a report about the Shelf life sauces model
- Chemical & Physical/Pack analyses to develop and validate the protocol and model
- Create a report on new packaging validation for other sauces
- Factory samples and Lab analysis
- Execute practical activities (including shelf life tasting and lab analysis)
- Create periodic reports and presentations to keep team informed about findings and progress
- Sharing knowledge within the Innovation centre and other departments as of packaging (presentation and final report)
Internship Outcomes
1. Gaining knowledge about Condiment Sauces Shelf life in sustainable packaging principles- modelling and impact on product properties
2. Independently work with internal colleagues of process- packaging or product team or external partners
3. Learning laboratory techniques for measuring critical products attributes.
4. Gain experience in working in a R&D environment
5. Independently organize all required steps for the project like analyses plans- sensory evaluation- DOE and mathematical modelling
6. Final presentation.
7. Final report
Job requirements:
- Relevant Bachelor or Master Degree in Food Science / Technology
- Good communication skills and fluency in English- both written and verbal (Dutch is not a requirement but other languages are a plus)
- Working experience in a relevant industry or role is advantageous
- Ongoing enrolment at a university for at least 50% of the internship duration.
NOTE: EU working rights are required (Either you have EU Citizenship- you are studying in the Netherlands or you have a relevant EU student work visa)
Recruitment process:
- Apply with CV
- Pymetrics Assessment
- Screening Interview
- Offers extended
- Start (September/October 2022)
COVID-19 update:
Like any other company- Kraft Heinz has been affected by the regulations surrounding COVID-19. Currently- the Nijmegen office is working in a hybrid form- combining working from home and the office. You will align with your supervisor on your schedule.
Location(s): Nijmegen- The Netherlands
About Us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
Why Us
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.
Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.