Lab Research and Development Intern

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact?results in a highly organized and professional way.

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

Health & Biosciences: Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets.​

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

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Conduct grinding and preparation of feed and feed ingredient samples for enzyme activity analysis.
• Perform enzyme assays, nutritional analyses, and other laboratory testing activities according to established procedures.
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and laboratory solutions required for testing and analysis.
• Support routine calibration, verification, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory inventories, including chemicals, consumables, and glassware.
• Manage laboratory documentation and records, ensuring data accuracy, traceability, and compliance.
• Support laboratory safety activities, including maintaining MSDS records and promoting safe laboratory practices.
• Assist with general laboratory operations and other assigned laboratory-related activities.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Animal Nutrition, or a related scientific discipline.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques, analytical testing, and scientific methodologies.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow laboratory safety procedures and quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and data management.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Knowledge of enzymes and their application within the Animal Nutrition or Feed Industry.
• Previous internship, academic project, or laboratory experience in biochemical, microbiological, or analytical testing environments.
• Familiarity with laboratory inventory management, equipment calibration, and reagent preparation.

Why Choose Us?

• Hands-on laboratory experience in a global science-driven organization.
• Exposure to enzyme technologies and animal nutrition applications.
• Mentorship from experienced scientists and laboratory professionals.
• Opportunities to develop technical and analytical skills.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Healthy work-life balance with a positive learning culture.

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