Bioscience Development Summer Intern
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Job Location:
Wilmington, DE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary
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 todays 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 2026 summer internships in our R&D Center in Wilmington Delaware.
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 todays 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 2026 summer internships in our R&D Center in Wilmington Delaware
Responsibilities:
We are looking for driven and creative summer interns to conduct research in the following areas.
Bio-derived polymer research applications development
High-throughput and AI driven method development for enzyme formulation
Development of novel enzymes for bio-derived polymer formation
Thermodynamic predictive modeling of polymeric systems
Qualifications:
Pursuing a bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Chemistry Materials Science Biotechnology or a related field
Have completed your sophomore year of undergrad education and will continue your education in the fall
Can work in an interdisciplinary scientific setting
High level of initiative and the ability to work in a team environment
Exhibit exceptional analytical instrumentation skills
Ability to document results analyze data draw conclusions and communicate findings
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.
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Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
We’ve been on the path of discovery for nearly two hundred years and we’re still at the forefront of scientific progress.
