NPD Intern

Hewitt – the most influential & trusted provider of high claims organic protein

Hewitt is on a mission to become the most trusted and influential supplier of organic, high-claims animal proteins. With a commitment to unrivalled quality and consistency, we serve customers and consumers in over seven countries through a vertically integrated global supply chain—from farm to plate. We proudly support the growing demand for nutritious, sustainable, and high-quality red meat.

Our purpose is simple: "To feed the world with a system that lasts forever."

With a rich family history spanning over 120 years, the Hewitt family has always been dedicated to sustainable agriculture. Guided by the simple philosophy of 'treat the land well, treat people well, and treat animals well', the company has grown from its humble beginnings as a beef cattle farm in central Queensland, into a global business. Today, brothers Mick and Ben Hewitt lead the vision and development of supplying market leading organic and high-claims products that meet the demanding specifications of large, fast-paced supermarket retail chains, foodservice operators and wholesalers.

We champion regenerative organic agriculture, passionately commit to animal welfare, actively support the communities we serve, and lead the world in biodiversity and carbon management practices. For decades, Hewitt has proudly supplied many of the world's largest food wholesalers and retailers, earning numerous industry awards and recognitions for our efforts.

Our retail brand portfolio includes Cleaver's Organic Meat, the most trusted organic meat brand in Australia.

Could you be our next NPD Intern?

The NPD Intern plays a supportive role on a casual basis within the Research & Development team, assisting in the development and delivery of innovative food products.

This role offers hands-on experience across various stages of the product development cycle, from ideation through to trial and commercialisation. It is an ideal opportunity for a student or recent graduate to apply academic knowledge in a practical setting, learn industry standards, and build foundational experience in food manufacturing and product development.

What can you expect day to day?

Product Development Support

• Assist in the development of new products including the design and testing of products, packaging and process changes.
• Participate in production trials and pilot runs, collecting data and observations under supervision.
• Help with reformulations and continuous improvement projects on existing products.

Project Assistance

• Assist in documenting product specifications, trial reports, and technical data.
• Support the setup and maintenance of internal databases with development-related information.
• Help with coordination of sample dispatches and raw material requests.

Collaboration & Communication

• Liaise with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Production, Quality Assurance, Sales and Marketing as needed for project-related tasks.
• Attend team meetings and contribute to discussions with observations and ideas.
• Present learnings and updates to the team as required.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Currently studying or recently graduated in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition or a related discipline.
• Strong interest in food product innovation and the manufacturing industry.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Proactive and willing to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Join Hewitt for the Opportunity of a Lifetime:

• Competitive Remuneration Package.
• Ongoing Professional Development.
• Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Provider, For You & Your Family.
• A Fun & Vibrant Culture.

Hewitt is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect. Let us know if we can make any reasonable accommodations to enable you to participate in the job application process.

By applying for a role with Hewitt, you acknowledge that you will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for the role.

All candidates will be contacted in due course.