PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT INTERN

Intercos China; Olgiate Comasco; In loco; EUR 4500 - 8900; Part-time

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INTERCOS SPA is seeking a Product Development Intern at its Olgiate Comasco site to assist in envisioning and developing new beauty concepts across Skin Care, Hair Care, Body Care, Personal Care and Fragrance.

The role involves supporting PD teams with documentation, textures, market insights, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver samples for customer meetings and events. Fluent English and Italian, plus strong MS Office skills, are expected.

Competenze

• Recent graduate in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Cosmetic Science, or a related field.
• Fluent in English and Italian, both written and spoken.
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, Social Media, and Google Workspace.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Mansioni

• Support the Product Development Teams across Skin Care, Hair Care, Body Care, Personal Care and Fragrances with daily operational activities.
• Coordinate with R&D, Packaging, Engineering, Production, Planning, Regulatory and Creative teams to ensure samples are delivered on time.
• Participate in texture evaluations and product testing, documenting feedback and supporting texture approvals.
• Explore new trends and market insights, bringing ideas to the team.
• Prepare product concepts, presentations and marketing/event materials in English.
• Contribute to products and concepts that can be showcased at international beauty events.

Conoscenze

English fluency

Italian fluency

PowerPoint

Excel

Google Workspace

Formazione

Chemistry/Pharmacy/Cosmetic Science degree

Strumenti

PowerPoint

Excel

Social Media

Google Workspace

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Job Description

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT INTERN

Intern – Product Development BU Scent and Care

At our Olgiate Comasco site, we are looking for a passionate and curious Intern eager to immerse themselves in the development of new beauty products.

You will contribute to envisioning and developing new concepts across Skin Care, Hair Care, Body Care, personal Care & Fragrance world, striving to create industry-changing products that captivate the market, transcend current standards, and push the boundaries of innovation within the Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Product Development (PD) Teams across all Care & Scent categories (Skin Care, Hair Care, Body Care, Personal Care, Fragrances & Ancillaries) with daily operational activities, coordinating with R&D, Packaging, Engineering, Production, Planning, Regulatory and Creative teams to ensure projects and samples are delivered on time for customer meetings, international fairs and internal events, with a strong focus on organization, accuracy and consistency.
• Support project follow-up, tracking timelines, requirements and actions across functions, and ensuring accurate and organized information is available to the team.
• Participate in texture evaluations and product testing, helping document feedback and support texture approval activities.
• Explore new trends and market insights, including new product launches identified by the Strategic Marketing Team, bringing new ideas and inspiration to the team.
• Support the preparation of product concepts, presentations and marketing/event materials in English, including booklets, product indexes, regulatory charts and formula status updates.
• Support the PD Team in combining technical know-how with creative flair, contributing to products and concepts that can drive innovation and be showcased at international beauty events.

What We Value In You

We are looking for an Intern who is passionate about beauty, practical, curious, and eager to learn by actively contributing from day one.

• Excited to support daily tasks with care, knowing every detail matters.
• Quick to learn and eager to turn feedback into growth.
• Energized by a dynamic environment and new challenges.
• Clear, organized, with a sharp eye for aesthetics and the visual impact of well-crafted products, presentations, and materials.
• Positive and proactive, bringing a collaborative mindset and genuine enthusiasm to connect with the team and everyone you will meet each day.
• Proud to actively support your team, taking part in projects that will reach the market

Requirements

• Recent graduate in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Cosmetic Science, or a related field
• Transparent, trustworthy and eager to learn, with a proactive and positive attitude.
• A team player, capable of collaborating in a dynamic environment while managing priorities responsibly Team player, able to work in complex organisation.
• Genuine passion and curiosity for the beauty and cosmetics industry, particularly in Body, Personal Care, and Fragrance.
• Fluent in English and Italian, both written and spoken.
• Good proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Social Media, and Google Workspace.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a positive, solution-oriented mindset.

Good communication and presentation skills, with a willingness to learn and contribute actively

What We Offer

• A dynamic and international environment where you can learn, contribute and develop your skills.
• Hands-on experience in product development for beauty products launched globally.
• The opportunity to work in a cross-functional team, gaining exposure to different functions and project management.
• The chance to turn your passion for beauty into hands-on experience, contributing to innovative products and concepts.

If you are passionate about beauty and curious to discover how innovative products come to life, this is your opportunity to join a leading cosmetics group. You’ll have the chance to learn, contribute and grow alongside experienced professionals, bringing your creativity, energy and attention to detail to real projects. Join us and help shape the beauty products of tomorrow—we look forward to meeting you!

Information at a Glance

• Company: INTERCOS SPA
• Job Location: OLGIATE COMASCO
• Professional Area: Marketing
• Professional Family: STRATEGIC MARKETING
• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract