About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in food product development, sensory evaluation, and research. You will join our R&D team at our Taste Center for a 10-12 week program. You will work on key projects, participate in learning activities, and gain exposure to various scientific disciplines. At the end of the summer, you will present your findings and conclusions.
What you'll do#
- Assist in developing and testing new food formulations.
- Conduct sensory evaluations and analyze consumer feedback.
- Support shelf-life and stability studies under various storage conditions.
- Maintain lab equipment and ensure safety and cleanliness protocols are followed.
- Document experimental procedures and results in technical reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including C&D, marketing, and operations.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in food science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, or a related field.
- Completed sophomore year of undergraduate education and will continue your studies in the fall.
- Interest in human testing of flavors and fragrances.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary scientific setting.
- High initiative and the ability to work in a team environment.
- Exceptional analytical instrumentation skills.
- Ability to document results, analyze data, and communicate findings.
- Familiarity with theoretical and practical aspects of the field.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: South Brunswick, New Jersey.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
- Note: We do not provide sponsorship for this role.
About IFF
IFF operates in the chemical manufacturing sector, focusing on flavors, fragrances, and food ingredients. The company maintains a global presence with over 110 manufacturing facilities and 100 research centers. It employs approximately 15,247 people and serves 33,000 customers. The corporate headquarters is located in New York, New York.
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