Intern - Application Group

Company: Nestle Middle East Manufacturing LLC

Location: Dubai South (near Al Maktoum Intl Airport)

A Day in the Life of an Application Group Intern

New Product Development (NPD)

• Support on recipe development in line with approved project briefs
• Coordination and execution during industrial trials, process validation, and related documentation
• Support in documentations and activities for completion of technical acceptance approval requirements
• Help prepare product specifications, process flows, and Manufacturing Dossiers
• Support shelf‑life studies, HACCP, QMS activities, and key sensory attributes development
• Assist with SAP-related activities, including material creation, material specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Collaborate with suppliers and Procurement in raw materials development
  
  

• Support process optimization and line performance improvement initiatives
• Participate in cost optimization and process efficiency projects
• Support product launches, start‑ups, and post‑launch performance reviews
  
  

• Participate in shop‑floor learning and continuous improvement activities
• Support training sessions and best‑practice sharing initiatives within the factory
  
  

• A strong interest in product development and coffee manufacturing
• Excellent sensory evaluation skills
• Willingness to learn and work hands‑on in a factory environment
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
  
  

• Bachelor's/ Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Food Technology (preferred recent graduated)
• Candidates must hold a valid UAE residence visa under their own sponsorship
• Candidates must have valid medical insurance
• A driving license or a reliable means of transportation is preferred, as the factories are located in Jebel Ali / Dubai South, where public transport connectivity is limited
  
  

• Practical exposure to end‑to‑end coffee product development
• Hands‑on experience in a manufacturing and factory environment
• Strong understanding of Nestlé Quality, Food Safety, and NPD processes
• Opportunity to work with cross‑functional teams, including Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Marketing
• A solid foundation for a future career in product development and food manufacturing