Life Sciences Internship at Danone, Netherlands | Apply Online & Earn Upto €650 /month
A Danone Internship opportunity is available for aspiring interns in Utrecht, Netherlands. The organization is seeking a Scientific & Medical Intelligence Intern for a temporary full-time role, starting in February/March 2027. This Life Sciences Internship opportunity spans over six months in a hybrid work environment.
- Position: Scientific & Medical Intelligence Intern
- Location: Utrecht, Netherlands
About The Company
Danone is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, committed to bringing health through food to as many people as possible. The company operates with a diverse portfolio of brands, including Hipro, Nutricia, Alpro, Activia, Nutrilon, and Evian. As one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world, Danone is dedicated to meeting high social and environmental standards while using business as a force for good. The organization fosters an inclusive workplace, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in its operations.
Life Sciences Internship – Description
Join the Scientific & Medical Intelligence team at Danone and contribute to transforming scientific signals, competitor activities, and market insights into actionable strategies for the global research center. This Danone Internship allows the intern to operate at the intersection of science, data, and business, providing essential support for decision-making in the evolving food and specialized nutrition sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Scan & Distill Science Monitor publications and clinical trials to extract topline messages and build concise summaries for internal stakeholders.
- Maintain monthly deliverables for competitor & claims tracking; support market and scientific queries on various topics.
- Build and maintain targeted lists of key opinion leaders (KOLs) using structured criteria and literature signals.
- Field quick-turn questions regarding evidence clarifications and basic market scans, escalating complex items with context and references.
- Prepare newsletters, competitor and scientific intelligence briefs, and thematic reports; address ad-hoc scientific, medical, and competitor inquiries.
Eligibility Criteria Required For Life Sciences Internship
- Enrolled as a Bachelor’s or Master’s student for the entire duration of the internship.
- Master’s student in Life Sciences, Biomedical, or similar
- Resident of the Netherlands with a valid BSN number; non-EU citizens must have a valid Dutch residency permit.
- For non-EU citizens, the university must sign a three-party agreement with Danone.
- Available to start in February/March 2027 for a minimum of 6 months, 4-5 days per week.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Able to work from the Utrecht office at least 2-3 days per week.
Required Skills
- Strong analytical and writing skills, capable of turning signals into actionable insights.
- Comfortable navigating databases and large datasets, with the ability to visualize insights for business applications.
- Excellent communication skills to engage with multiple stakeholders.
- Familiarity with Specialized Nutrition categories (infant formulas and/or adult and pediatric clinical nutrition) is a plus.
Salary and Benefits
- A competitive gross internship allowance of 650 euros per month (based on a full-time Danone Internship).
- Home working allowance of 2.45 euros per day.
- A public transport travel card covering all office-related travel.
- Career advice opportunities such as workshops, seminars, and networking events.
- An international environment with 140 different nationalities in Danone NL.
- Active internship community with over 100 interns across the Netherlands.
Duration: 6 or more months
This Danone Internship presents a unique opportunity for Master’s students looking to gain valuable experience in the field of Scientific & Medical Intelligence. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for Life Sciences Internship before the deadline of 29 October 2026 to seize this chance to contribute to a leading organization in the food and nutrition sector.
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