FOOD SC 3520WT - Nutrition and Food Science Internship

This course provides students with an opportunity to apply their knowledge and understanding of food science, nutrition and human health in a public health nutrition/community or research organisation, or in a food industry setting. Students gain practical experience of a chosen industry, its management systems, framework and structures. During the internship, students are required to work independently and as a member of a team to design, implement and evaluate a nutrition-based project, relevant to their host organisation. This inteernship provides students with insight into the different processes involved in building and promoting a sustainable nutritious and healthy food supply for society. A working understanding of several areas will need to be demonstrated. This may include, but is not limited to, areas such as healthy eating and dietary guidelines, relevant public health nutrition strategies/programs, nutritional reformulation of food products/recipes, development and revision of resource materials, marketing, distribution of product/resources, teamwork, evaluation processes. Hands-on experience of the integration of food science, nutrition and health aspects into the structure of the host organisation, and an awareness of occupational health and safety procedures will be gained, adding to the understanding of course material studied at levels 1 and 2.