Job Summary

Looking for a role that challenges you while making an impact on products people use every day?

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

In our Taste Business Unit, we craft unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands. Our creations shape flavor trends, elevate consumer experiences, and drive market success through innovation and deep sensory expertise.

The role is based in Bogota onsite . Be part of a passionate team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

Trains under guidance to develop basic business knowledge and technical skills to become an Associate Designer professional.
Trainee will demonstrate learned knowledge of the whole portfolio applicable to the Category in focus, including functionality, taste identification, understanding ingredient interaction and limitations.
Learns the skills required to operate safely and effectively within a laboratory environment.
The trainee will support senior Designers in IFF’s internal and external projects.

What Makes You the Right Fit

Minimum entry level is a University/College Degree in Food Science and Technology or related disciplines (such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Human Nutrition)
Entry level, preferable 0–1 years’ internship experience in similar job/seasoning/flavor industry
Knowledgeable in food safety, raw materials, food regulations, sanitation and production processes
Pass internal IFF sensory test.

How would you stand out

Learning fundamental design skills and gains knowledge of the product portfolio relevant to the category in focus, including basic functionality and performance.
Operating and maintains lab and pilot equipment, while exploring new ingredients and technologies to understand their impact on final product designs.
Gaining exposure to evaluation and selection techniques across the full portfolio and broadens business understanding of functions like Production, Quality Control, Sales & Marketing, and Product Experience (PX).
Demonstrating a proactive approach to learning and shows strong teamwork and collaboration skills as a contributing member of the flavor design team.

Why Choose Us?

Professional onboarding process
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

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