Summer 2026 Internship Program: Women's Health Innovation Intern - Shelton, CT, US

Summer 2026 Internship Program: Women’s Health Innovation Intern - Shelton, CT, US

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 an Intern on the Women’s Health Innovation Team at our Shelton, CT office.

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 Innovation 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!

At i-Health (a dsm-firmenich company), consumers and brands are at the heart of all we do. We are on a mission to unlock self-care for overlooked and unspoken health needs. As leaders in our respective categories of Microbiome (Culturelle® Probiotics, Lacteol® Postbiotics) and Women’s Health (AZO® intimate health and Estroven® menopause solutions), we strive to be the thought leaders and change makers, carrying the responsibility to shape the future of our categories and bring inspired, approachable science-backed solutions to our core audience of women and families. Discover more at dsmihealth.com

Your key responsibilities

• Research emerging trends and identify whitespace opportunities for our brands
• Contribute new ideas to the women’s health innovation pipeline
• Conduct insights and analysis to stretch brand equity into new territories
• Collaborate with R&D to develop and refine innovative concepts

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

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a related field
• Available to work full time on site from 1 June 2026 through 14 August 2026
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across R&D, Finance, and Operations
• Organized, analytical, and adaptable, with a curious, creative, and consumer-focused mindset

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:

• Hands-on experience in brand innovation and strategy
• Exposure to cross-functional teams, including R&D
• Insight into emerging health trends and consumer behaviors
• Opportunity to influence real-world projects that impact women’s health

About dsm-firmenich:

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement:

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement:

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.