Microbiome & Applied Bioinformatics Intern

Nestlé Research is looking for a Microbiome & Applied Bioinformatics Intern to help create a modular microbiome analysis pipeline. The internship sits within the Health Data Lab, working alongside microbiome scientists and external research partners. The role blends literature research with AI‑assisted code development, aiming to turn cutting‑edge methods into reliable, scalable bioinformatics tools that support Nestlé’s health‑focused initiatives. The intern will scan recent scientific publications and responsibly employ AI tools to identify state‑of‑the‑art microbiome analysis techniques. They will design, code, and test modular pipelines, ensuring they are reproducible and scientifically accurate. Performance benchmarking, reproducibility checks, and validation of AI‑generated scripts are core tasks. Findings and recommendations will be communicated clearly to the Health Data Lab and partner teams to foster knowledge sharing and drive innovation. The work will directly support Nestlé’s broader health data initiatives. Candidates should be actively studying or have just finished a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Bioinformatics, Data Science, Computational Biology, or a related discipline. Proficiency in scripting, especially Bash or shell, and familiarity with open‑source bioinformatics tools and version‑control systems such as GitHub are required. A solid grasp of data‑analysis techniques and the ability to work with AI‑powered tools are essential. Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken, are mandatory, as is an organized, collaborative mindset that welcomes feedback and critical thinking. The position offers a six‑month, hybrid internship based in Lausanne, Switzerland, with flexible working options. Interns benefit from learning and development programmes, a healthcare contribution, an Employee Assistance Program, and attractive discounts on Nestlé products. Demonstrating courage, rapid learning, and a drive to translate ideas into measurable impact is valued and will help the intern thrive within the dynamic, interdisciplinary team. The role starts as soon as possible and runs for six months, providing a clear timeframe for hands‑on experience. What the role asks for: - Currently pursuing or recently completed relevant Bachelor’s/Master’s degree - Proficiency in Bash or shell scripting - Experience with GitHub version control - Knowledge of open‑source bioinformatics tools and workflows - Strong written and spoken English communication - Organized, collaborative, open to feedback - Ability to challenge assumptions and adapt to new technologies - Nice‑to‑have: Demonstrates courage, rapid learning, and impact focus