Intern - Savory R&D

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. 

Sensient’s Savory Flavors North America division is seeking a talented lab intern for Summer 2025! You will gain in-depth experience in product development, lab comprehension and equipment knowledge within flavors and specialty value-added ingredient applications. You will also be encouraged to explore other areas of interest to learn more about fundamentals and the general operations both within and outside of the assigned department that will be supplemental to the learning experience. 

What you’ll do:

• Work under Senior Application Scientist II to enhance your project management skills.
• Validate the performance of our sodium enhancement technologies within newly proposed FDA Salt Guidelines in various food applications such as soup, sauce, and seasoned batter.
• Assist in sample preparation, sample testing and learning application creation process.
• Maintains a safe and professional laboratory environment; complies with government and company safety directives, follows proper chemical hygiene procedures.
• Employs effective communication skills, both written and oral; enters and maintains accurate and thorough records as required.
• Attend team meetings regularly.
• Work on a project throughout the internship and then present the results to the department.

 What you’ll bring:

• Ability to follow detailed product preparation instructions and prepare samples quickly and accurately.
• Well organized, able to handle multiple tasks daily, and operate in a safe and responsible manner in the lab.
• Maintain accurate records, create reports including project objectives, project progress, technical formulations, and product data sheets.
• Strong work ethic, ability to work well with others and a positive can-do attitude.
• At least 2 years of college science courses, preferably in Food Science or Chemistry.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office programs.  Able to learn new systems quickly.
• Prior internship in the food industry is beneficial but not mandatory.

 What you’ll get:

• The opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week.
• The opportunity to gain experience in product development, lab comprehension and equipment knowledge within flavors and specialty value-added ingredient applications
• A competitive compensation package.
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond.

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship. 

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Hoffman Estates, IL and must reside in area or be willing to commute. 

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.