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Culinary Lab Intern

CompanyIFF
LocationSingapore
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 24, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist with flavor compounding, spray drying, and sample preparation for sensory evaluation. They are also responsible for maintaining lab inventory, ensuring housekeeping, and adhering to safety protocols.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
15249
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products—advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. With ~22,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers and 33,000 customers worldwide, we turn possibilities into reality by redefining the limits of science and nature to create a more positive, sustainable future for all. Visit us at www.iff.com to learn how our real-deal experts approach work with an entrepreneurial mindset, working lockstep to defy expectations and create industry-defining solutions that do more good for people and planet
About the Role

Job Summary

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact?

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 Biopolis, Singapore (onsite role). Be part of a creative, solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

  • Assist with daily incoming projects by performing compounding and spray drying of flavors in the creation lab.
  • Maintain accurate stock inventory to ensure smooth lab operations.
  • Prepare samples for flavor evaluation and actively participate in sensory testing sessions.
  • Ensure general housekeeping and upkeep of the laboratory environment.
  • Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and maintain compliance with safety standards.
  • Support documentation and record-keeping related to projects and sample preparation.
  • Perform other ad hoc duties as required to support the team and lab activities.

What Makes You the Right Fit

  • Hygiene-conscious and hardworking; must wear lab coat and safety shoes (provided).
  • Willing to work occasional overtime to meet tight deadlines.
  • Basic knowledge of flavor and ingredient functions and usage.
  • Comfortable handling and tasting all types of food, including pork and non-halal items.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment with good teamwork and communication skills.
  • Adaptable and proactive in supporting operational needs.

How Would You Stand Out?

  • Eagerness to learn and grow professionally
  • Strong multitasking skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to think critically and solve problems proactively

Why Choose Us?

  • Fun working environment
  • Good training opportunities
  • Learning and development programs

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

Key Skills
CompoundingSpray DryingInventory ManagementSensory TestingLaboratory SafetyDocumentationMultitaskingCritical ThinkingCommunicationTeamwork
Categories
Science & ResearchFood & BeverageManufacturing
Benefits
Fun working environmentGood training opportunitiesLearning and development programs