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 ​

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Product & Process Improvement ​

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 ​

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People & Knowledge Development ​

Participate in shop‑floor learning and continuous improvement activities ​

Support training sessions and best‑practice sharing initiatives within the factory ​

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What Will Make You Successful ​

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 ​

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Additional Requirements ​

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 ​

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What You Will Gain ​

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 ​

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.