Research and Development Intern

Job DescriptionTo provide students with hands-on experience in food product and packaging development within a real industrial environment at Kraft Heinz.Interns apply scientific knowledge, sensory evaluation, and packaging development while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support consumer-focused innovation.The program connects academic learning to the journey from idea to shelf, delivering safe, high-quality food people love and trust.WHAT YOU''LL DO:Coordinating processes for NPDs supporting packaging technologist on ground for Innovations, VE & ESG projects to be implemented at GCC copackersTo responsible for the specifications & artworks of packaging materials ensuring that the specs are kept accurate and up to dateSupport CCX department in all functionality tests related to packaging NPDsExecute packaging technical benchmarking & functionality testing supporting CCX departmentSupport sensory evaluations by preparing samples, organizing tasting sessions, and ensuring all tasters follow the correct methodology.Assist in setting up and coordinating product testing sessions (napping, QDA, triangle tests, consumer tastings, etc.).Help document tasting feedback, compile results, and update sensory databases or trackers.Manage samples storage and preparation for R&D.Contribute to the preparation of presentation slides, tasting summaries, and project reportsAssist in organizing sensory training sessions for employees and helping screen potential tastersWHAT YOU''LL BRING:Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial Or Chemical) / Material ScienceWork Experience: 0-1 years in Packaging DevelopmentLanguage Knowledge: Proficient EnglishSoft Skills Analytical and has attention to detailsCritical thinking & Ability to SimplifyCommunication SkillsLocation(s)Dubai Office Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.