Trainee S&T Explore

Givaudan

Naarden

On-site

EUR 6,000 - 8,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

€500 per month for Bachelor students

€750 per month for Master students

Public transportation reimbursement

Housing allowance if applicable

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturer in Naarden seeks an Organic Chemistry intern for a full-time role. The intern will work on synthesizing new taste molecules and will be mentored by experienced chemists. This opportunity allows for hands-on experience in a business environment, with compensation of €500/month for Bachelor students.

Qualifications

Strong interest in organic chemistry and research.
Ability to work independently and take responsibility for projects.

Responsibilities

Support synthesis of new odour and taste molecules.
Collaborate with flavourists and application specialists.
Prepare reports and presentations for R&D group.

Skills

Creativity and enthusiasm

Hands-on mentality

Excellent written & verbal communication skills in English

Ability to present findings in a concise manner

Perfect knowledge of MS Office Systems

Education

Bachelor student in Organic Chemistry

Job description

Overview

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At Givaudan Naarden (Netherlands), we are looking for Organic Chemistry intern who will support our team full time during five/six months. Starting in 2025.

You?

Are you someone who wants to learn and expand your horizon? Who thrives being in a culture where you are welcome to express yourself in a creative team environment? Who wants to collaborate and learn together with teams who are as passionate as you are? Then come join us and impact your world.

In this exciting role you will

work on the synthesis of new odour and taste molecules.
Research topics can be very different and are always connected to business needs defined in our strategy.
One example is the synthesis of molecules that boost the taste of salt (NaCl).
Such molecules would help our customers to develop foods with a lower salt level without losing taste quality.
Another example is the synthesis of molecules that have a bloody-metallic odour.
This will help to create more authentic flavours for meat replacers that are made from plant proteins.

The intern will see how Givaudan's innovation funnel works when his/her molecules are tested by flavourists and application specialists.

The intern will be mentored by one of our experienced chemists.

The internship will finish by writing a report about the work and a presentation for the R&D group.

Skills required

Bachelor student in Organic Chemistry
Perfect knowledge of MS Office Systems
Creativity and enthusiasm
Hands-on mentality
Likes to take on responsibility and able to drive projects themselves
Able to work independently
Excellent written & verbal communication skills in English
Ability to present findings in a concise manner
Easily connects with colleagues and a natural networker
Has NO food allergens/intolerance (like gluten, soy, wheat)

What do we offer you?

Building work experience in a business to business environment.

For a fulltime internship you will receive a € 500,- (Bachelor) or € 750,- (Master) gross per month compensation. In case of no OV card, reimbursement of public transportation costs or housing allowance (€ 250,- gross) in case moving closer to Givaudan and having double housing costs. We organize transport with a personnel shuttle bus that drives from and to the NS Station Naarden-Bussum.

Your next career step?

Givaudan is not only the global leader in the creation of flavours and fragrances, but also a place where you can impact your world and contribute to solutions that touch and delight people all over the world every day. We encourage our employees to work on varied challenges and opportunities that foster growth and promote career development. For the latest opportunities, visit Job Opportunities on Engage to grow and shape your path.

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.

Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.

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