Microbiome & Applied Bioinformatics Intern

**Location:** Lausanne, Switzerland **Contract type / duration:** Internship – 6 months **Start Date:** ASAP **Be a force for good and transform your potential into something extraordinary** As a **Microbiome & Applied Bioinformatics Intern** at **Nestlé Research** , your mission is to build a modular microbiome analysis pipeline by combining scientific literature with AI-supported code development. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with the Health Data Lab team, microbiome scientists, and research partners. This is your opportunity to make an impact while gaining hands-on experience and mentorship to kick-start your career. **How you’ll make an impact as a Microbiome & Applied Bioinformatics Intern** * Identifying state-of-the-art microbiome analysis methods through scientific literature review and responsible use of AI tools * Developing and testing modular microbiome bioinformatics pipelines that enable reliable and scalable research workflows * Benchmarking pipeline performance, reproducibility, and scientific accuracy to support robust research outcomes * Challenging AI-generated code and analytical approaches to ensure scientific rigor and sound implementation * Communicating insights, findings, and recommendations to scientific teams to support innovation and knowledge sharing **What Will Make You Successful** * Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Data Science, Computational Biology, or a related field, with a passion for applying data-driven approaches to scientific challenges * Applying knowledge of scripting, open-source bioinformatics tools, version control platforms, and data analysis techniques to develop practical and effective solutions * Working with Bash or shell scripting, GitHub, and open source bioinformatics workflows, while demonstrating curiosity for leveraging AI-powered tools to support scientific research and code development * Being organized, collaborative, and open to feedback, with the ability to think critically, challenge assumptions, and adapt to emerging technologies and scientific questions * Communicating fluently in English, both written and spoken * Demonstrating courage, collaboration, speed and continuous learning, while translating ideas into measurable impact and creating shared value **At Nestlé Research, we place people at the heart of everything we do** Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life: * Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office-based roles) * Learning and development opportunities to grow your career * Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program * Attractive employee discounts across various products and services **What To Expect From Our Hiring Process** We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone. The hiring process typically includes an interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially. *Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.* **Ready to start your career journey with us?** Apply now and transform your potential into something extraordinary.