Inline Sensing for Sustainable Process Control

At FrieslandCampina, we are continuously working to make our production processes more sustainable, efficient, and data-driven. As an intern in our R&D team, you will contribute to the development and implementation of inline process control solutions that support this transformation.

You will be matched to one of several ongoing projects based on your background and interests. Possible project areas include:

  • Process optimization based on inline sensing
  • Optimal inline milk measurement
  • Sustainable control of product losses
  • Smart low-costs sensor development
  • Powder handling monitoring
  • Fouling and Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) optimization
Inline Sensing for Sustainable Process Control

What we ask

  • You are a MBO/HBO/WO student in (Analytical) Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, or a related field.
  • You have a strong interest in process control, sustainability, and data analysis.
  • Experience or affinity with chemometrics, sensor technology, or inline measurement systems is a plus.
  • You are proactive, hands-on, and eager to work in a dynamic R&D environment.
  • You are fluent in English, both written and spoken.

What we offer

  • A challenging internship in a global company with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability.
  • The opportunity to contribute to real-life projects that aim to improve and transform dairy processing.
  • Professional guidance and the chance to work with experts in the field.
  • A competitieve internship allowance.
  • A matching process to align your interests and skills with one of several available projects.

Vacancy description

Your tasks may involve:

  • Selecting appropriate sensors based on application requirements
  • Designing and executing testing protocols
  • Analyzing sensor data and evaluating performance
  • Supporting the implementation of sensor systems in pilot or production environments
Staying true to who you really are, that is your starting point at FrieslandCampina. Because it is precisely by embracing our differences that we can grow together. We want to create a working environment that allows all employees to bring their best and authentic selves. If who we are suits you, but you're not sure if you're the best fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply so we can help you find the role that fits you best.

For thousands of people every day, we are more than just a dairy company. To our farmers, our employees, the communities we serve, the businesses we work with and the people to whom we bring happiness, FrieslandCampina means something more. For them it's not just about what we do, but who we are.

We value talented people from any background who want to contribute to something bigger than themselves. We encourage all of our employees to make decisions that benefit our entire company. At FrieslandCampina we own our own career and act accordingly. We trust you to make a difference in your job and influence the bigger picture. Working at FrieslandCampina means you are contributing to a better world.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary R&D team located in Wageningen or one of our sites in the Netherlands, collaborating closely with experts in process technology, data science, and sustainability.

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JOB-ID: 57468 | Inline Sensing for Sustainable Process Control, Netherlands
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