As a Sensory Consumer Science Intern, you will be responsible for:

• Independent Project Work: Plan, set up, analyze, and report on a specific assignment aimed at improving the quality of our sensory/consumer data and results.
• Personal Assignment: Work on a unique assignment agreed upon before the start of the internship.
• Sensory Consumer Projects: Engage in the planning, setup, analysis, and reporting of sensory consumer projects.
• Method Development: Build on methods that focus on the product experience and/or behavior of consumers.
• Contribute to Innovation: Assist in the development of methods in Consumer Science and/or Sensory Marketing.
• Support Larger Projects: Participate in bigger projects related to sensory and consumer science.
• Behind-the-Scenes Access: Gain a unique insight into the operations of FrieslandCampina.

What We Ask

• Proactive and Responsible: You take ownership of your work and are always on the lookout for new opportunities to make a difference.
• Broad-Minded: You can see beyond your role and align with our purpose of 'Nourishing by Nature'.
• Competent and Knowledgeable: You have a solid understanding of sensory science and are eager to apply your knowledge in a practical setting.
• Educational Background: You are currently pursuing a degree in Consumer Science, Sensory Science, Psychology or a related field.
• Experience: Previous experience in a lab setting or with sensory evaluation is a plus, but not required.

What We Offer

• Dynamic Work Environment: Join us at our Wageningen location, where you'll collaborate with a diverse team of experts passionate about dairy innovation.
• Personal Development: Take advantage of learning opportunities that will help you grow both personally and professionally in the field of sensory consumer science.
• Compensation & Benefits: Receive a competitive internship allowance of 500(HBO) and 600(WO) and benefit from the experience of working with a leading global company.
• Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the quality and success of our sensory and consumer data, influencing products enjoyed by millions.If you're ready to take on this challenge and make a significant contribution to our team, we encourage you to apply!

Working at FrieslandCampina means you are contributing to a better world. As an integral part of the R&D Expertise Team Product & Taste, you will be situated in our Innovation Centre in Wageningen. Within this team, the Consumer & Customer Team, in close collaboration with the Sensory & Panel Team, guards the product experience as one of the key elements for winning in our markets. Throughout the innovation process, we play a critical role in supporting the design of an optimal product experience that fulfills the (latent) needs of our consumers and customers. With our unique combination of technical expertise and consumer & sensory expertise, we are a key expertise partner to all the different FrieslandCampina business groups.