Summer 2026 Internship: Application Lab, Health, Nutrition & Care - Newark, NJ

Summer 2026 Intern: Application Lab, Health, Nutrition & Care

 Newark, NJ

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. 

The 2026 dsm-firmenich Summer Internship Program will run from June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026.

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Join our HNC Application team as an intern and gain invaluable professional experience. Enhance your skills and contribute to real projects that have visibility across the business through a Summer internship. Come discover all we have to offer!

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Operate dietary supplements and/or food process equipment with limited supervision.
• Generate reliable data during laboratory activity.
• Set-up, clean and maintain equipment for experiments by following the SOPs. Ensure all equipment is in a good condition to conduct product developments safely and effectively in a timely manner
• Organize raw materials, packaging materials, laboratory and supplies used in formulation development and maintain adequate inventory.

We Bring:

• Build Your Future Skills: Gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills that prepare you for a successful career. 
• Expand Your Network: Connect with professionals and peers in a company where sustainability drives every decision and action. 
• Thrive in an Inclusive Culture: Join a community that values and respects every individual—regardless of background, beliefs, or identity. 
• Grow Through Curiosity: Work in an environment that encourages open-mindedness, learning, and collaboration to create a better future together. 

You Bring:

• Current students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Food Science or related scientific major.
• The job requires lifting ~25 pounds. The job requires working in a highly regulated health and safety environment, which requires using gloves and safety glasses. The incumbent should not have health restrictions for these safety gears.
• Demonstrate ability to be self-motivated with an inherent winning can-do attitude. Ability to follow instructions from senior scientists, read and follow SOPs.
• Excellent communications and presentation skills – written and verbal; fluent in English. Knowledge of Microsoft word and excel is essential

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.

At the end of this internship, you will:

• Learn the complete process for formulating and manufacturing gummies, including ingredient selection and quality control.
• Gain experience in creating dietary supplement gummies that meet regulatory and nutritional requirements.
• Understand the steps involved in tablet formulation and compression, including active ingredient and excipient functionality.