Lab Research& Development Intern

Are you passionate about innovation that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Taste: Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building and fuel market success.​

The role is based in Shanghai, Hongqiao, On-site. Be part of a resourceful, accurate, consistent team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Perform daily work activities in full compliance with company policies, operating procedures, and management guidelines.
• Assist application specialists with laboratory-related tasks and experimental work.
• Conduct physicochemical analyses on incoming samples following standard laboratory operating procedures (SOPs).
• Accurately record sample test results in the computer system and laboratory notebooks as required.
• Report test results promptly and ensure effective communication of any abnormalities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and work areas in good operating condition to support safe and efficient workflows.
• Support the preparation, organization, and proper storage of samples, chemicals, and laboratory materials.
• Participate in required safety training and information security training to ensure compliance with company standards.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Possess good hands‑on skills and be able to operate basic laboratory instruments and equipment after proper training.
• Preferably major in food science, microbiology, chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and strong teamwork spirit, with the ability to work closely with application specialists and other laboratory staff.
• Be available to work three days per week for a minimum duration of four months.
• Show strong attention to detail and the ability to follow laboratory procedures and instructions accurately.
• Maintain good communication skills and uphold safety and compliance requirements in daily work.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Prior experience with similar products is preferred.
• Strong laboratory skills with the ability to perform experiments accurately.
• Highly motivated and passionate about the work.

Why Choose Us?

• Access to structured training opportunities to enhance professional skills.
• Participation in comprehensive learning and development programs.
• A supportive environment that encourages continuous growth.
• Resources and guidance to build technical and soft skills.
• Opportunities to advance personal and career development goals.
• A strong focus on maintaining a healthy work‑life balance.

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.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more