Summer 2025 Internship, Manufacturing Science and Technology

Summer 2025 Internship, Manufacturing Science and Technology

Winchester, KY

On-Site

If you’re looking to grow your network and gain new skills within a global company, an internship with dsm-firmenich could be the program for you. Our summer internships provide students opportunities to work on real business projects and gain invaluable professional experience. As an intern, you’ll have exposure to many different areas of a global flavors, fragrances, and ingredients organization that works with some of the biggest brands in the world, along with opportunities to network with your peers and leadership. From engaging events to mentoring opportunities and valuable resume-building experiences, we’re committed to preparing you for a fulfilling and enduring career, both at dsm-firmenich and beyond. We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Science and Technology Intern at our Winchester, KY facility.

The 2025 dsm-firmenich Summer Internship Program will begin June 9th, 2025 and run through August 14, 2025

Our standard working hours are Monday – Friday (37.5 / 40 hours per week)

Winchester, KY is a scale-up and development site which includes a pilot plant. At our Winchester site, we work with R&D to scale-up and develop new processes and then successfully implement into manufacturing. Interns may be exposed to all 3 processing areas at our site: Fermentation, Downstream Processing, and Purification.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gain an understanding of the business, process and equipment by working with a diverse group of Scientists and Engineers.
• Assist with the design and completion of experiments at lab and pilot-scale in order to evaluate new downstream technologies, optimize existing technologies, and/or perform process development work for new products in support of Ops America.
• Collect, analyze, interpret and effectively communicate data from lab and pilot-scale experiments.
• Assist in analyzing new technologies for process robustness, safety issues, and waste generation.
• Assist in researching new innovative technologies and summarize findings.
• Communicate with people diverse in educational levels and experience.
• Learn the importance of following all Safety, Environment and Health instructions and procedures to include awareness of and following all dsm-firmenich Life Saving Rules.
• Orientation to the company will be presented and a performance assessment will be provided.

We Bring:

Opportunities for students to develop skills and expand their professional connections within a company where sustainability is not just a slogan, but is at the core of our strategy and purpose. We strive to create inclusive communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected, regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. Additionally, we provide an environment that encourages curiosity and an open mindset, allowing for personal and professional growth. Together, we can learn from one another to drive progress and create a better future.

You Bring:

• Currently enrolled in a college / university undergraduate degree program in Chemical Engineering, Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering, or similar discipline
• Lab experience and comfort is helpful (chemistry, engineering, physics, or biotech/biology lab)
• Demonstrated ability to relate technical knowledge to job-related duties.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills appropriate for junior level engineering.

The hourly rate for this position is $23.00 - $26.00 per hour. Compensation will be dependent on factors that include location, education, training, specific skills, and years of experience. 

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich. 

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity. 

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know. 

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. 

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.