Food Science Internship at IFF in China
IFF is hiring a Lab R&D Intern for its Beijing, China location. This part-time, on-site internship offers hands-on experience in beverage and dairy formulation, UHT processing, and laboratory operations. If you are passionate about food science innovation and want to work with a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, this Food Science Internship opportunity at IFF Careers in China provides real industry exposure in product development and application labs.
Internship Details:
- Title: Lab R&D Intern
- Location: Beijing, China
- Requisition ID: R14701
- Type: Part-time
- Work Mode: On-site
- Department: Taste / Application Laboratory
- Work Availability: 3 days per week for a minimum of 4 months
About the Company:
IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances) is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences. The company delivers sustainable innovations that transform everyday products into extraordinary experiences. Through its Taste division, IFF crafts technology-enabled flavor designs that shape food and beverage trends and drive market success. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, IFF fosters a collaborative and creative work environment that supports professional growth.
Educational Requirements for this Internship:
- Preferably majoring in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related discipline
- Strong interest in laboratory operations and product development
- Availability to work three days per week for at least four months
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing beverage and dairy formulations under supervision in this Food Science Internship at IFF Careers
- Support ingredient weighing, mixing, and batching according to specified formulas
- Assist with UHT processing and product filling operations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization during UHT filling procedures
- As a Lab R&D Intern, you should organize and update the flavor bank with proper labeling and storage
- Prepare raw materials, samples, and laboratory items as required in this Food Science Internship in China
- Support daily lab and application tasks to ensure smooth workflow
- Perform assigned duties related to product development and laboratory operations
Skills Required:
- Good hands-on laboratory skills
- Ability to operate basic laboratory instruments after training
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to follow laboratory procedures accurately
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Positive attitude and collaborative mindset
- Understanding of safety and compliance requirements
- Basic laboratory documentation skills
Benefits of the Food Science Internship:
- Structured training opportunities
- Participation in learning and development programs
- Exposure to real-world product development projects
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Technical and soft skill development
- Career advancement opportunities
- Strong work-life balance focus
- Experience with a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition
