Taste The Future - Quality Intern (Laboratorian) (m/f/x)

Mondelez Schweiz GmbH offers a full-time Quality Assurance internship in Bern, focusing on laboratory testing and food safety for iconic chocolate products like Toblerone.

This internship places candidates within the Quality Assurance department of a food manufacturing facility. The position provides practical exposure to the rigorous standards required to ensure the safety and quality of chocolate production.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical, microbiological, and sensory evaluations of products and the surrounding production area.
• Analyze test data to assist in decisions regarding product release, holds, and necessary corrective measures.
• Facilitate the approval of raw materials, semi-finished goods, and final products to guarantee compliance with safety protocols.
• Manage and review Certificates of Analysis for packaging and raw ingredients.
• Execute hygiene checks and environmental monitoring, including inspections after cleaning or maintenance events.
• Help organize and carry out sensory testing sessions.
• Organize retention sample storage and ensure all related records are current.
• Draft and revise laboratory procedures, instructions, and other documentation.
• Adhere to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), internal policies, and legal mandates in all lab activities.
• Help maintain, calibrate, and ensure the compliance of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Order necessary lab supplies and keep the workspace clean, safe, and orderly.
• Follow all safety regulations and environmental policies during daily tasks.

Requirements

• Currently in the final year of or recently completed studies in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a closely related discipline.
• Proficient in using MS Office applications, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English at a professional working level.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of the German language is considered an advantage.

What the company offers

• A compensated internship that includes significant responsibilities and practical, hands-on learning.
• A structured onboarding process with dedicated mentoring via the Taste the Future program.
• Tailored training and development resources designed to support individual career goals.
• Ongoing feedback and development discussions with the Team Lead.
• The chance to contribute to genuine Quality Assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Exposure to various teams across the Bern manufacturing site, fostering cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience within an international organization known for high quality standards, a safety-first mindset, and a commitment to excellence.
• Insight into the manufacturing process of well-known chocolate brands such as Toblerone.

About the company

Mondelez Schweiz GmbH focuses on nurturing the next generation of industry professionals in a dynamic and evolving workplace. The organization prioritizes internal growth, encouraging employees to take initiative, share their unique perspectives, and step beyond their comfort zones. Success is driven by the belief that talented individuals are the key differentiator, with a strong emphasis on developing existing staff before looking externally.

• Commitment to developing future talent in a fast-paced environment.
• Encouragement to speak up and bring individual perspectives to the workplace.
• Focus on internal professional growth and development.
• Recognition that employee contribution is central to company success.