Intern R&D Packaging

R&D Packaging Internship Opportunity

Shape the future of packaging at our R&D Center in Wageningen!

Are you curious, creative, and excited about making real impact in the world of packaging? Join our R&D Packaging Development team as an intern. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that touch global brands, whether it’s exploring recyclable packaging alternatives for beverages, developing next-generation packaging for infant nutrition, or supporting innovations for products across Asia, Europe, and beyond.

Together, we will design an internship project that fits your ambitions and aligns with ongoing developments in our department. Our team regularly hosts students for both research internships and thesis projects, and we aim to create an experience that is both inspiring and meaningful.

What we ask

• You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, with an interest in packaging development (e.g., Industrial Design, Food technology, Material Science, or Graphical Design).
• You are proactive, curious, and eager to learn.
• You enjoy working in an international, English-speaking environment.
• You feel comfortable taking ownership and contributing your ideas.

What we offer

• A challenging and hands-on internship within an expert R&D team.
• The opportunity to develop yourself in your field.
• Guidance from experienced professionals.
• A suitable internship allowance.

Vacancy description

During your internship, you will work on a dedicated project while also supporting ongoing activities within the team. Your assignment will be defined together with your supervisor, ensuring it fits both your academic requirements and your personal development goals. You’ll dive into real packaging challenges, work with different stakeholders, and experience what it means to innovate for global markets.

Team Details

You’ll be part of FrieslandCampina’s R&D Packaging team, based at the Innovation Center in Wageningen. Our team supports all business units and works across a wide range of packaging formats: bottles, cups, cartons, cans, industrial, and flexible, covering both B2B and B2C markets. We’re an expertise-driven group that values not only delivering high-quality results, but also enjoying the journey. For us, working hard goes hand in hand with having fun, supporting each other, and creating a positive, energizing work environment.