Assistant Food Technologist Student Pl

Givaudan; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a New Product Development intern in Milton Keynes, where you will immerse yourself in the world of flavours. This placement offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with passionate colleagues and develop your skills in food science and recipe formulation. You'll be actively involved in formulating food concepts, managing lab tasks, and learning about market trends. With mentorship from experienced professionals, this role is perfect for someone eager to grow in a dynamic and supportive environment. Make a meaningful impact and shape your future in the food industry.

Qualifications

• Currently studying in your second year or recently graduated with a BSc in Food Science or Technology.
• Strong practical skills in Food Science/Recipe formulation.

Responsibilities

• Actively involved in the formulation of food concepts for customer projects.
• Responsible for supporting tasks and managing raw material stocks within the lab.

Skills

Food Science

Recipe Formulation

Project Management

Communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

BSc in Food Science or Technology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with passion and creativity, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances, and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There’s much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with. Every day, your talent, your innovative spirit, and your determination will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

Are you a food innovator of the future? Start your New Product Development career with this placement opportunity by joining the world’s leading Flavours and Fragrance Company, Givaudan. Working in Milton Keynes, you will begin your journey into the world of flavours in food, involved in applying flavourings into consumer goods for new product development and customer presentations.

Sound interesting? It could well be your perfect opportunity.

During the placement you will be:

• Actively involved in the formulation of food concepts for customer projects. Developing your tasting palate as you optimise submissions.
• Responsible for supporting tasks and managing raw material stocks within the lab.
• Supported and mentored by Givaudan Application Team to develop transferable skills such as project management, communication, and practical lab methods.
• Learning about various aspects of the food industry and identifying future career opportunities.
• Developing your knowledge of market trends and influences.
• Attending weekly project review meetings to contribute to progress updates.
• Participating in all aspects of the process to understand Givaudan’s contribution to launching new products.

You?

Are you someone eager to grow and shape your own world? Do you want to work in a culture where you can express yourself positively in a team environment? Do you want to collaborate and learn with passionate colleagues? If so, join us and make an impact.

Your professional profile:

• Currently studying in your second year or recently graduated with a BSc in Food Science or Technology.
• Strong practical skills in Food Science/Recipe formulation.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• A full driving license is advantageous.

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives. You will work in an inspiring team culture where you can thrive, collaborate, and learn from passionate professionals across disciplines and regions. Every essence of you enriches our world. Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can make an impact.