Intern, Development Engineer

Intern, Development Engineer

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. And we need people like you to make it happen. We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

The Aseptic & Hygiene Department is responsible for developing Aseptic technology competencies, setting and maintaining corporate standards as well as developing technologies and methods in support of future solutions. The Aseptic Verification & Performance team is responsible for securing support to the products and technologies developments. This is done through the definition and actuation of Verification & Validation strategies and building leading expertise in critical areas.

We are now looking for a student to support our team! A student who wants to be a part of a team conducting filling machine validations and working in the laboratory. This is an internship based in Modena, Italy.

What You Will Do

In this position you will mainly work with activities connected to the execution of microbiological tests on our filling machines. Conduction of microbiological activities includes:

• Define and adapt methods for spray inoculation of spores
• Quantify errors in the test method
• Preparation, recovery, analysis of samples
• Support laboratory activities

We Believe You Have

• You are a student in Microbiology or Food Technology or similar and have active student status.
• Laboratory experience
• Your English command is excellent, written as well as spoken.

As a person, you are a team player but likes to work independently as well. You are expected to be accurate and quality minded but at the same time you recognize the need for quick decisions and changed plans. You are open to try new methods and tasks and like to be part of different teams as required.

We offer you a variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape. A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results. An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion. Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what's good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at

https://jobs.tetrapak.com/

This job posting expires on 26th February 2026.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.