Global Regulatory Affairs Intern

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Taste: Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building and fuel market success.​

The role is based in Shanghai, IBP, On-site. Be part of a dedicated, accurate, open-minded team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and organizing regulatory dossiers for new flavoring substances.
• Support the collection, compilation, and preliminary drafting of technical documentation for new flavor substances.
• Assist in preparing regulatory documentation related to flavor submissions and registrations.
• Review and summarize domestic regulations related to flavors and flavorings.
• Review and summarize international regulations, standards, and technical guidelines related to flavor substances.
• Support the team in researching regulatory and technical reference materials.
• Provide day‑to‑day assistance on flavor regulatory and technical projects.
• Support general administrative and coordination tasks related to flavor regulatory activities.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Undergraduate or postgraduate student (Bachelor’s or Master’s level); major not strictly limited.
• Preferred academic background in flavors, food science, chemistry, applied chemistry, biology, pharmacy, or related fields.
• College English Test (CET‑4) or above, with the ability to read and understand technical documents in English.
• Prior academic background or internship/work experience in the flavors or food industry is a plus.
• Diligent, responsible, and detail‑oriented, with strong learning ability.
• Positive attitude with a proactive and self‑driven mindset.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with the team.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Availability to work at least three days per week and commit for a minimum of six months.
• Prior work or internship experience in the same or related industry is preferred.
• Good spoken English skills are a plus.

Why Choose Us?

• Access to structured training opportunities to enhance professional skills.
• Participation in comprehensive learning and development programs.
• A supportive environment that encourages continuous growth.
• Resources and guidance to build technical and soft skills.
• Opportunities to advance personal and career development goals.
• A strong focus on maintaining a healthy work‑life balance.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more