Areeba Saeed

Ambitious Food Science and Technology professional currently pursuing MSc (Hons.) Food Safety and Quality Management at UAF (CGPA 3.81/4.0), with a strong BS (Hons.) foundation from UVAS (CGPA 3.7/4.0). Hands-on FMCG internship experience at Nestlé Pakistan and international research exposure through GAIN and NAEAC using the Pakistan Food Systems Dashboard. Skilled in Quality Assurance, HACCP, GMP, ISO 17025:2017, food policy research, and data analysis.

A collaborative communicator and fast learner, ready to contribute meaningfully to Nestlé Pakistan's Nesternship program.

Quality Assurance Project Trainee at Nestlé Pakistan (2024-03 – 2024-04)

Completed a structured 6-week internship in the Nestlé Quality Assurance Department, gaining direct FMCG industry exposure within one of Pakistan's leading consumer goods companies.

• Supported QA operations by managing, analyzing, and presenting production and quality data using Microsoft Excel, improving reporting efficiency.
• Completed Nestlé Good Lab Practices training based on ISO 17025:2017, strengthening understanding of international quality and laboratory standards.
• Observed and studied the implementation of the HACCP plan across factory production lines, reinforcing knowledge of food safety management systems.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements.

Research Intern at GAIN (Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition) & NAEAC (2024-01 – 2024-02)

• Participated in an orientation session to understand program objectives and the application of the Pakistan Food Systems Dashboard as a research and policy tool.
• Conducted a structured one-month research project using the Pakistan Food Systems Dashboard, analyzing national food system indicators including nutrition, agriculture, and supply chain data.
• Synthesized findings into a comprehensive research report, demonstrating ability to translate complex data into clear, evidence-based insights.
• Developed and delivered a presentation on research findings, strengthening professional communication and analytical reporting skills.

MSc (Hons.) in Food Safety and Quality Management – University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF) (2024-09 – 2026-06)

BS (Hons.) in Food Science and Technology – University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) (2020-01 – 2024-01)