Fragrance Technology Intern
IFF · Hilversum
Job Summary
As a global leader in fragrance innovation, IFF combines creativity, science, and consumer understanding to harness the power of scent and create meaningful value for consumers and customers worldwide.
As a Fragrance Technology Intern, you will join our Science, Technology & Innovation (ST&I) team and gain hands-on experience supporting innovation projects that explore fragrance technologies across multiple consumer product applications. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams in research, analytical sciences, sensory evaluation and product development, you will contribute to meaningful projects that help bring new technologies and solutions to life.
The intern will contribute to experimental research, data interpretation, project coordination, and technical reporting to support fragrance innovation programs and technology development initiatives.
Where You'll Make a Difference
- Support the design, execution and evaluation of laboratory experiments related to fragrance technologies and product performance.
- Conduct sample preparation, testing and data collection using laboratory equipment and scientific instruments.
- Assist in developing and optimizing testing methodologies while following established experimental protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Evaluate experimental and sensory data using statistical and analytical approaches.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, scientific summaries and data visualizations to effectively communicate results.
- Conduct literature reviews, technology benchmarking and research activities to support innovative fragrance solutions and technology validation projects.
- Assist with sample preparation, inventory management, shipment coordination, project documentation and tracking activities
- Collaborate with R&D, analytical, sensory and category teams while contributing to project meetings, technical discussions and continuous improvement initiatives.
What Makes You the Right Fit?
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferred) in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Science or a related scientific discipline.
- Knowledge of chemical research and analytical chemistry fundamentals.
- Experience with experimental design and laboratory testing.
- Strong data interpretation and statistical evaluation skills.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment, scientific instrumentation and testing methodologies.
- Technical and scientific report-writing capabilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and laboratory documentation practices.
- Strong communication, organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
How Would You Stand Out?
- Knowledge of fragrance technologies, consumer products or formulation science.
- Experience handling scientific datasets and interpreting experimental results.
- Understanding of analytical testing methodologies and basic project coordination practices.
Why Choose Us?
- Gain hands-on laboratory and research experience in a global innovation-focussed organization.
- Develop analytical, technical and project management skills through real-world projects.
- Collaborate with international teams across research, sensory, analytical and category functions.
- Contribute to fragrance technology innovation and product development initiatives with measurable business impact.
- Learn from experienced scientists and technical experts in a highly collaborative environment.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) in the office at the Creative Center in Hilversum for a minimum period of six months.
Please submit your applications in English.
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We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
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