Biotechnology R&D internship offering hands-on experience in microbiology, fermentation, and molecular biology. Interns support lab work, run experiments, analyze data, and share results. Requires basic lab skills, minimum 3.0 GPA, and U.S. work eligibility.
Biotechnology R&D Intern
IFF is seeking a motivated intern to join our Biotechnology R&D team. This internship offers flexible part-time hours (15–20 hrs/week) during the academic year, with the potential to transition to full-time (40 hrs/week) during summer break. Interns will gain hands-on experience in industrial microbiology, fermentation, and molecular biology while contributing to real-world food innovation challenges. This is a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your research can help shape the future of sustainable food solutions.
Responsibilities
- Support standard lab activities including media preparation, sterilization, and equipment maintenance.
- Perform molecular biology and microbiology techniques under supervision.
- Independently execute experiments and maintain a safe, collaborative lab environment.
- Analyze data, maintain accurate documentation, and communicate progress to advisors.
- Participate in training, present findings to the R&D team, and engage with professionals across departments.
Qualifications
- Current rising junior or senior undergraduate students pursuing a BA/BS from an accredited technical school, college, or university. Graduate students are welcome to apply.
- Majors: Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Food Science, or related fields.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0/4 preferred.
- Basic lab skills in microbiology or virology required.
- Experience with molecular biology tools such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, and microbial culture techniques is a plus.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to commit to a part-time schedule during the academic year and full-time during summer break.
- Must have the right to work in the U.S. without restriction.
- Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.
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.
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