Industrial Placement Student

Croda; Goole; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Croda is offering an Industrial Placement Student to join the Skin Care Applications group at Cowick Hall, East Yorkshire for 12 months from August 2026, working on research and development projects in skin care. You will screen products, generate data, and incorporate results into formulations, with duties including experimental design, data review, and technical reporting.

Candidates should have good lab skills, be self-motivated, able to plan their workload, and work well in a team; an A

Qualifications

• Good laboratory skills and ability to communicate in reports.
• Self-motivated with workload planning.
• Teamwork, attention to detail, and problem analysis.
• A Level in Chemistry and pursuing a 2.1 in Chemistry/Cosmetic Science/Biochemistry or related degree.
• Previous work experience in the chemical industry is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments related to personal care formulations.
• Collect and review results independently and with a team.
• Write technical reports for internal use.
• Support new product launches and existing product ranges.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

A Level Chemistry

2.1 in Chemistry/Cosmetic Science/Biochemistry

Job description

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create ‘our Purpose, Smart science to improve lives™’. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialise in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets.

We are focused on developing our inclusive culture through accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.

As we deliver our ambitious 2030 Growth Strategy, we’re looking for an Industrial Placement Student to join our team at Cowick Hall, East Yorkshire for 12 months from August 2026, to work on research and development projects in our Skin Care Applications group.

You will be responsible for the screening of our products into a range of different areas of skin care as well as data generation and incorporating the products into formulations. The project work carried out during the placement will be of sufficient academic complexity to meet the requirements of a university industrial placement degree course.

Who We’re Looking For

• You should have good laboratory skills and be able to communicate effectively both in reports and verbally.
• You will need to be a self-motivated individual with the ability to manage and plan your own workload.
• Team work, attention to detail and good problem analysis skills are essential for this role.
• You will have an A Level in Chemistry and be working towards a 2.1 in a Chemistry/Cosmetic Science/Biochemistry or related degree.
• Previous work experience within the chemical industry is desirable but not essential

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and perform experiments related to personal care formulations.
• Collect and review results independently and with a team.
• Write technical reports for internal use.
• Support new product launches and existing product ranges.

What We Offer

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Free lunch in on-site restaurant
• Access to share plans
• Generous parental leave
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites
• Flexible working arrangements

In addition to the benefits above, employees also have access to a salary sacrifice car scheme* (after 6 months with the company), Cycle to Work scheme*, Health Cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme. As well as access to number of health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.

• Please note salary criteria is applicable for this benefit.

Additional Information

This is a site based role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email [e-mail].

Why Croda?

At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves in bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.

Croda is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.