Coffee Innovation Intern

Position: 2027 Coffee Innovation Intern

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Coffee Innovation Intern

At Nestlé, innovation starts with curiosity, a deep understanding of consumers, and the courage to explore new possibilities. Our Coffee Innovation Team brings together research, sensory science, consumer insights, emerging technology, and creative thinking to shape meaningful coffee experiences.

About the Coffee Innovation Internship

The internship consists of an approximately 3-month immersive experience in Marysville, Ohio . Interns own one or more meaningful projects that address a current opportunity within the Coffee Innovation Team and receive guidance from an experienced mentor throughout the summer.

Participants gain exposure to the teams and disciplines that help bring new coffee experiences to life, including R&D, Sensory, Marketing, Consumer Insights, and other partners across the Nestlé network. At the conclusion of the internship, interns present their findings and recommendations to the Extended Leadership Team.

Primary Responsibilities

Project assignments provide opportunities to:

• Own one or more projects that address a current opportunity within the Coffee Innovation Team
• Transform research, consumer insights, and sensory findings into clear, actionable recommendations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with partners across R&D, Sensory, Marketing, Consumer Insights, and other teams across the Nestlé network
• Provide regular project updates, incorporate feedback, and manage priorities throughout the internship
• Deliver a compelling final presentation to the Extended Leadership Team

Sample Projects

Examples of projects may include:

• Exploring responsible ways AI and emerging tools can support coffee trend analysis, innovation, and sensory work
• Assessing competitors, products, consumer needs, and emerging trends to identify gaps and opportunities
• Generating and developing creative ideas for new coffee products, flavors, formats, and experiences
• Supporting sensory panels and organizing, analyzing, and interpreting evaluation data
• Translating research, competitive intelligence, consumer insights, and sensory results into meaningful product recommendations

Requirements Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or M aster’s degree in Food Science , Sensory Science, Marketing, Business, Innovation & Strategy, Consumer Insights, or a related field

Additional Requirements

• Must be available to work on-site in Marysville, Ohio for the approximately three-month Summer 2027 internship.
• Must be available to begin the internship on June 7, 2027.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Employment sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this internship program.

Skills & Knowledge

• Genuine curiosity about coffee, consumers, product innovation, and the trends shaping the category
• Interest in using AI and emerging technologies to solve problems and…