WO stageinternship R&D Sensory & Flavor development
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Job Location:
Zwolle - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Exploring Natural Sweetening Solutions in Medical Nutrition Products
Project Description
Abbott Nutrition develops and produces medical nutrition products consumed by some of the most vulnerable populations worldwide. These products must not only provide optimal nutrition but also deliver consistent and pleasant sensory experiences. This internship focuses on exploring natural sweetening solutions for medical nutrition products aiming to balance taste functionality and consumer preferences. You will evaluate various sweetening options analyze their impact on product quality and assess sensory performance and acceptance.
Project Goals
Identify suitable natural sweetening options for medical nutrition products.
Optimize integration of these sweeteners into product formulations.
Assess sensory and consumer acceptance through structured evaluations.
Deliver a comprehensive report with theoretical insights and recommendations for future product development.
Project Approach
The project combines:
Desk Research: Literature review and regulatory analysis.
Formulation Trials: Prototyping and testing different sweetening solutions.
Sensory Evaluations: Conduct hedonic and descriptive tests to measure acceptance and performance.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners conduct experiments and analyze data to support product development.
Preferred Background
Masters students in Food Technology or Nutrition & Health (WUR or similar programs).
Sensory science background and interest in product tasting and evaluation are preferred.
Student Program at Abbott
At Abbott you will receive guidance from two mentors:
Content Supervisor : Provides subject-matter expertise from your department.
Process Supervisor: Helps manage your project using a structured management tool.
We primarily use the DMAIC methodology but if your academic program requires a different approach we can adapt. Your project will include five formal approval checkpoints with your supervisors to ensure effective management and progress tracking. With two supervisors you will learn to manage stakeholders apply project management principles and monitor progress effectively.
Additionally:
Weekly student meetings foster collaboration knowledge sharing and networking among interns.
You will never be aloneAbbott ensures a supportive and engaging internship experience!
The base pay for this position is
N/AIn specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Administrative Support
DIVISION:
ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
LOCATION:
Netherlands > Zwolle : Building 1
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Vendor Management
- Design Controls
- C/C++
- FDA Regulations
- Intellectual Property Law
- ISO 13485
- Research Experience
- SolidWorks
- Research & Development
- Internet Of Things
- Product Development
About Company
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