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Sensient Technologies Corporation · 2 days ago

Intern - Innovation R&D

Carpentersville, IL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$23/hr - $23/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. They are seeking an innovation lab intern for their Flavors Innovation North America division to assist in the development of new flavor technologies and gain in-depth experience in product development and lab operations.

ChemicalManufacturingSales

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist an Innovation Scientist in the development of new flavor and taste technologies and ingredients that will provide innovative solutions addressing industry issues

Potential work in biotransformation/fermentation

Responsible for data entry into DevEx system to document and ship samples

Responsible for production in pilot plant as needed

Assist in flavor testing, participation in ideation sessions, and other lab work as assigned

Conducts physical, chemical and organoleptic testing; makes oral and written observations and judgments on process and outcome to provide feedback to chemist

Maintains a safe and professional laboratory environment and helps maintain the lab, i.e. washing glassware, filing flavors, cleaning out refrigerators etc.; complies with government and company safety directives

Utilizes good communication skills, both written and oral; enters and maintains accurate and thorough records as required

Lead a development project from start to finish

Qualification

Food ScienceChemistryResearch lab experienceData entryCommunication skills

Required

At least 3 years of college science coursework preferably in the area of Food Science or Chemistry or graduate school

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 of work, organize projects and prepare 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

Research lab experience