Job Summary
At IFF, we are truly changing the world by applying our science and creativity to deliver differentiated, integrated solutions to customers. We leverage our cutting-edge science and engineering capabilities to develop sustainable solutions for the emerging bio-based economy.
IFF strongly believes in supporting the next generation of scientists and engineers. We have developed several opportunities for students to gain the valuable experience they will need to succeed in today’s demanding job market.
Are you interested in the scientific interfaces between biology, chemistry, formulation science, and engineering leading to performance benefits in real-world industrial applications? We are currently seeking outstanding candidates for 2025 summer internships in our R&D Center in Wilmington, Delaware
We are looking for driven and creative summer interns to conduct research in the following areas.
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Bio-derived polymer research applications development
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Study of biodegradability of bio-derived polymer in waste streams
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High-throughput method development for enzyme formulation
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Development of novel enzymes for bio-derived polymer formation
Qualifications:
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Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Biotechnology or a related field
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Have completed your sophomore year of undergrad education and will continue your education in the fall
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Can work in an interdisciplinary scientific setting
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High level of initiative and the ability to work in a team environment
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Exhibit exceptional analytical instrumentation skills
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Ability to document results, analyze data, draw conclusions, and communicate findings
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Familiarity with theoretical and practical aspects in related area
Our Wilmington R&D Center offers an intensive 10-week science and engineering internship program, in which interns develop key projects and take part in a variety of learning activities. Your summer experience will go beyond a single department or lab with exposure to a broad range of scientific disciplines. At the end of the summer program you will deliver a presentation of your ideas, results, and conclusions, thereby developing practical real-life skills. Our interns are paid a competitive hourly rate and are responsible for their own housing and transportation for the summer.
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
Top Skills
What We Do
Meet IFF:
We boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs.
An industry leader in food, beverage, health and biosciences, we create essential solutions – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave.
With 24,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we’re poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn’t be the same.
Visit us at www.iff.com to learn more about how our talented people and new technology are challenging the expected, championing creators and doing more good for people and planet.
Explore what sets us apart.
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