Product Development Intern

Döhler is a global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions for the global food, beverage and nutrition industry. Döhler is all about mastering sensory performance and nutrition. Being sustainable by nature, Döhler helps to nourish the world better: Good for people – Good for planet.

Döhler’s ingredients are derived from natural raw materials. The comprehensive product portfolio of natural ingredients ranges from natural flavours, natural colours, natural health ingredients, a broad range of plant-based ingredients to ingredient systems and end-to-end solutions

The Product Development Intern will support hands-on food product development activities while leading a focused internship project centered on sugar reduction in ice cream. This role offers exposure to formulation, experimentation, sensory and texture optimization, and cross-functional collaboration, with direct impact on customer-facing solutions.

Sugar Reduction in Ice Cream Using Doehler Ingredients

· Investigate sugar reduction strategies in ice cream and evaluate the potential contributions of Doehler ingredients as sugar substitutes.

· Develop and optimize ice cream formulations with reduced sugar while maintaining desirable sensory attributes and texture.

· Assess formulation performance through experimentation, data collection, and sensory/texture evaluation.

· Summarize findings and recommendations in a comprehensive technical report and final presentation.

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Your Responsibilities

· Provide hands-on support for product development activities.

· Prepare samples and ingredients for trials and evaluations.

· Run experiments and assist with formulation testing.

· Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data.

· Maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness.

· Collaborate with other teams to support project execution and learning.

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Your Profile

· Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field.

· Demonstrates curiosity, initiative, and enthusiasm for learning.

· Approaches tasks and problem-solving with precision and a methodical mindset, ensuring consistently high-quality work.

· Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

· Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

· Able to take direction while also working independently when needed.