Are you living and studying in the Netherlands, looking for a 6-month internship in Project Coordination, and eager to learn about the world of fragrance development?
For our Consumer Fragrance team in Hilversum, we are looking for an
Intern Project Coordination
IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.
Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design
The role is based in Hilversum, onsite. Be part of a passionate, creative and dedicated team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.
In this role you will support the Project Coordination team with coordination, communication, administration, planning to ensure the successful delivery of projects and initiatives to develop and commercialize winning scent solutions for our customers.
You will learn to Make a Difference in
You will be working at the heart of our business, based in the Center of Excellence and EAME Creative Center for Fabric Care and Home Care in Hilversum, the Netherlands. In this highly international and multidisciplinary environment, you will gain exposure to a wide range of teams, including account managers, scent design managers, technical managers, laboratory operations, consumer insights, and marketing.
- Sample coordination and team alignment to ensure timely preparation, availability, and shipment of project-related materials (benchmarks, bases, oils, applications) to support fragrance projects, collections, and ad hoc requests.
- Preparation of physical sample packages (assemble, decants, label, package).
- Project coordination of selected projects
- Manage intake, progress tracking, and delivery of projects through teams and the PUMA project management system.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect/follow up on requests, information and monitor projects.
- Support with minute-taking, organize meetings, internal/external visits.
- Additional support activities may include reporting and rationalization of training/manuals.
What Makes You the Right Fit
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, engineering, or a related field in Dutch University.
- Professional English skills are required, written or oral.
- Highly organized with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
How Would You Stand Out?
- Proactive, self-motivated, problem-solving mindset, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Why Choose Us?
- At IFF, we are dedicated to maximizing our most valuable assets - our people. We do so by embracing diversity and offering to become a part of a highly motivated team and strongly support opportunities for continuous development, whilst maintaining a solid work/life balance.
- An internship for min. 6 months (beginning at April 2026)
- This, together with a respectful workplace that rewards achievement, makes IFF one of the best internship and career choices today
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
