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Givaudan Careers Sensory Science Intern

Givaudan


Job Location:

Kent - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 26 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier healthier lives with love for nature. Together with passion and creativity we deliver food innovations craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. Theres much to learn and many to learn from with more than 17000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with. Every day your talent your innovative spirit and your determination will shape our future making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

Are you a Scientist of the future Start your science career today with this fantastic opportunity with the worlds leading Flavours and Fragrance company. Working at one of our key fragrance production sites you will assist within the dynamic Sensory Team.

Positive approach to learning -

You will be committed with energy and drive to learn new skills with exposure within a state of the art environment.

Collaborate and support -

Working closely with our Sensory team to assist in the running oftests with trainedsensorypanellists and untrained assessors for Fragrance and Oral Care projectsto provide data driven insights for the business and research teams.

All the while developing a sense of pride in your work Givaudan and the Fragrance and Flavours industry.

You

Are you someone who wants to start now to grow and shape your own world Who really wants to work in a culture where you can express yourself in a positive team environment Who wants to collaborate and learn together with teams who are as passionate as you are Then come join us - and impact your world.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting the Sensory Science Team in the day-to-day operations of the sensory laboratories supporting both trained fragrance and oral care panels as well as untrained assessors.

  • Under supervision carry out routine sensory evaluations and related laboratory activities such as sample preparation test set-up running panel sessions and clearing up.

  • Help recruit brief and manage untrained assessors for sensory studies.

  • Follow defined test methods and protocols.

  • Maintain and organize laboratory spaces before and after testing sessions ensuring cleanliness tidiness and safety.

  • Organize and conduct the testing sessions for technology compliance.

Your Professional Profile Includes:

  • Team working and co-operation

  • Planning and organising daily activities

  • Action oriented

  • Listening

  • Communicating information

  • Written communication

  • Technically competent

  • IT Literate and numerate

  • Able to work alone and flexibly

  • Possesses the ability to work in an organised logical and safe manner.

  • Able to follow instructions with attention to detail and accuracy

  • Demonstrates capability to use standard Microsoft packages particularly Excel

This is a temporary one year contract and is ideal for a school leaver or someone who is just beginning their career journey.

At Givaudan you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch peoples lives.

We value the different perspectives that come from diverse cultures backgrounds and experiences.

Everyone regardless of race gender identity sexual orientation age disability culture religion or any personal circumstances is warmly welcomed at Givaudan a place where we all love to be and grow.

Every essence of you enriches our world. Join us in making a difference together.


Required Experience:

Intern


About Company

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Givaudan captures the essence of the moment, bringing you memorable flavours and fragrances to be enjoyed throughout the day. We maintain our leadership position – approximately 25% of our industry’s global market share – by challenging ourselves daily, inspiring our partnerships acro ... View more

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