Do you love turning consumer insights into innovative ideas and learning how global products move from concept to launch? Are you analytical, creative, and passionate about consumer centricity, brand building, and innovation? Then apply now and join us as our new Global Marketing Innovation Aptamil Intern in our Hoofddorp office, starting February 2027!

In this internship, you will be part of the Strategy & Innovation team within our Specialized Nutrition business. Aptamil is one of Danone’s largest global brands and is available in more than 100 countries. Our purpose is to develop meaningful innovations that support parents and babies, combining consumer insights with our leading scientific expertise.

During this internship, you will collaborate with internal teams, creative agencies, and colleagues from different markets. You will support global innovation projects and gain hands-on experience in how ideas are developed into physical products that are launched across multiple countries.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Supporting global innovation projects, from the initial concept and consumer insight phase through to product development and launch;
• Conducting competitive desk research across different markets and translating your findings into clear insights and recommendations for the team;
• Collaborating with creative agencies and internal stakeholders to support the development and review of compelling packaging and artwork;
• Helping to organize product presentations, workshops, and consumer or product-testing sessions;
• Coordinating with local teams across different geographies and supporting the timely delivery of project activities;
• Preparing clear and engaging presentations, project updates, and other materials for internal stakeholders.

As a Global Marketing Innovation Aptamil Intern, working with consumer insights and transforming information into clear recommendations will be second nature to you. You can manage multiple tasks, work with different stakeholders, and maintain close attention to detail. You are not afraid to ask questions or bring your own suggestions and ideas to the table.

On top of that? You are an analytical and curious person who enjoys working in an international environment and is always looking for opportunities to learn and develop. Previous experience in marketing, innovation, brand management, consumer research, or project management is considered a plus.

Key requirements:

• Enrolled as a Bachelor’s or Master’s student for the entire duration of the internship;
• Resident of the Netherlands with a valid BSN number. Non-EU citizens must have a valid Dutch residency permit;
• For non-EU citizens, your university must be able to sign a three-party agreement with Danone;
• Available to start in February 2027 for a minimum of six months, 4-5 days per week;
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written. Proficiency in another language is considered a plus;
• Able to work from our Hoofddorp office at least two to three days per week.

At Danone, we are committed to our mission of “bringing health, through food to as many people as possible”. We work together to make sure that our brands, including HiPRO, Nutricia, Alpro, Activia, Nutrilon, Aptamil, and Evian, create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet.

You will be part of one of the largest Certified B Corporations™ in the world. Being a B Corp means being part of a select movement of companies verified as meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability, while using business as a force for good. One Planet. One Health.

We offer:

• A competitive gross internship allowance of 650 euros per month, based on a full-time internship;
• A home-working allowance of 2.45 euros per day;
• A public transport travel card covering all office-related travel;
• Career development opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and networking events;
• An international working environment with 140 different nationalities represented within Danone Netherlands;
• An active internship community with more than 100 interns across the Netherlands;
• Hands-on experience in global marketing innovation, consumer insight development, agency collaboration, project coordination, and brand building.

In the Netherlands, we offer a hybrid working environment that provides our teams with flexibility while creating opportunities for connection and collaboration. Depending on your team and activities, you can work from one of our People Hubs in Hoofddorp, Utrecht, or Rijswijk, or from home.

We put people at the centre of everything we do. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions, and ideas to the table. The impact you could make might surprise you. We are committed to embracing diversity and nurturing an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are deeply embedded in Danone’s DNA.

What’s next:

It’s simple: hit the “apply” button before the application deadline of 23 of November. To comply with GDPR, we cannot process your personal data without your consent, so please apply directly through this website. Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you.

*All applications will be considered without discrimination based on ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, or any other protected status.