Consumer Insight Interns - Food Technology
AI Job Summary
The Programme
We are looking for an intern to assist Consumer Science Product Experiences R&D in delivering innovation programs for Haleon Consumer Health R&D.
The Industrial Placement student will work under supervision of the Consumer Science Product Experience Lead and collaborate with other functions of commercial, innovation, manufacturing, medical, regulatory, insights and R&D scientists in the company to provide appropriate and timely input into our innovation program.
Period of Internship Required: January – June 2024.
You will be required to support the Consumer Science Product Experience team in undertaking consumer research, data analysis & innovation workshops, including evaluating & summarizing consumer and sensory data.
Key responsibilities include:
- Landscaping: understanding consumer, competitor, product trends to generate new insights and opportunities relevant for Consumer Healthcare categories (Pain Management, Respiratory and Skin Health, Oral Health and Wellness)
- Data Mining: conducting review and analysis of previous consumer studies to generate new insights and learning to strengthen current proposition or identify new opportunities for further research and exploration
- Consumer/Sensory Research: assist in the preparation, planning, conduct, data analysis and documentation of consumer studies in CH R&D
- Coordinating with other functions to prepare for consumer research studies – questionnaire review/alignment, sample preparation and shipments, internal clearances and approvals.
- Coordinating with respective agencies for preparation and conduct of consumer research studies
- Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation of relevant studies following internal SOPs and guidelines.
- Innovation Workshops: assist in the preparation, planning, and conduct of innovation workshops for CH R&D.
- Working with internal and external partners to prepare for innovation workshops.
- Assist in facilitation and execution of Innovation Workshops.
Learning Outcomes:
You will be able to hone your soft & hard skills throughout the internship:
- Obtain high level overview of the R&D/Innovation processes and activities and its position in the product lifecycle.
- Understand importance of consumer and sensory sciences in product development and market success.
- Understand relevance and applications of fundamental science / technical knowledge to industry / product development.
This role is an excellent opportunity to learn about the fast-moving consumer healthcare (FMCH) industry and experience the role of research & development in shaping business strategy and success. This role will be based in Singapore.
Required Skills and Abilities
Preferred School/Course of Intern: Preferably Food science, Life science or similar disciplines.
Why You?
We are looking for students who have these business skills & competencies:
Business Skills and Competencies
- Educational background – studying Pharmacy, Food Science or Life Sciences related degree (Penultimate students preferred).
- Proficient in use of IT and software/systems, ideally document management and database systems.
Behavioral Skills and Competencies:
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Deadline-driven, flexible with self-reliance to work in an empowered environment.
- Awareness and ability to work within culturally diverse teams.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think and work independently, and problem-solve.
- Strong drive for performance and attention to details.
- A keen interest in consumer healthcare science, product and development, and a passion for knowledge.
Why Haleon?
We’re Haleon - A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us.
Together, we’re improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands – including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin, and Centrum – through a unique combination of deep human understanding and trusted science.
What’s more, we’re achieving it in a company that we’re in control of. In an environment that we’re co-creating. And a culture that’s uniquely ours.
Care to join us - It isn’t a question.
- Job type:Internships
- Disciplines:Food Technology
- Citizenships:
- Locations:Singapore
- Closing Date:19th Jul 2023, 6:00 pm
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