R&D Internship – Scientist

About the role

P&G is offering an R&D scientist internship in Brussels, open to master students at European universities studying scientific subjects (natural, life or physical sciences) or engineering (chemical, mechanical, electrical, design). Interns work on their own projects from day 1, covering areas such as natural sciences, materials, automation, sustainability, analytics, simulation and modelling. Internships start from October 2026 and normally last 6 months, though longer placements (up to 1 year) are possible.

Key responsibilities

• Develop new breakthrough methods
• Gather consumer insights and turn them into testable prototypes
• Identify new technologies or technical solutions for product performance, stability and scale-up
• Design more sustainable packaging
• Use state-of-the-art technology to model and solve problems
• Use research-scale equipment to develop new manufacturing processes

Required profile

• Master student at a European university, enrolled for the full internship period
• Demonstrated academic excellence
• Good command of English
• Initiative, curiosity and creativity, with good communication and collaboration skills
• Belgian students should check with their university's internship department about the paid internship offered

What we offer

• Temporary contract with a monthly allowance of 2,414 EUR gross, prorated for the 13th month
• Flexible benefits plan, km allowance and public transport reduction
• Employee discounts, coaching and training, and a supportive international environment
• Subsidized canteen, on-site café, fitness room, flexible hours and commuting support