Sensory & Consumer Insight Intern

dsm-firmenich; Singapore; On-site; SGD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unique career paths across health, nut

Impact millions of consumers daily

Science-led environment

Growth and leadership development

Collaborative culture

Voice and inclusion

Job summary

DSM-Firmenich AG in Singapore seeks a Sensory & Consumer Insight Intern to support sensory descriptive analysis, data compilation, basic analysis and communicate results. You will also explore consumer insights from Southeast Asia markets using internal tools.

You will gain hands-on experience with sensory panel operations, test preparation, data handling, and market trend research, contributing to product development in health, nutrition and beauty sectors.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Data Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field.
• Must be meticulous with an eye for detail.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel; data collation/analysis) and PowerPoint for data presentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory activities including sample preparation and housekeeping for sensory panel testing.
• Prepare sensory flavor references and samples following instructions for all evaluations.
• Conduct basic sensory tests, data tabulation, simple analysis and reporting via in-house tools.
• Coordinate with internal panelists to arrange sensory test appointments.
• Manage incoming market products and prototypes for sensory tasting and evaluation at locations.
• Assist in market and consumer trends research for Southeast Asia using internal tools.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Job title - Sensory & Consumer Insight Intern

Location - Tuas, Singapore

The purpose of this internship is to support the activities for the successful running of sensory descriptive analysis and discrimination testing, including preparation and execution of sensory tests, data compilation, basic analysis and communication of results, daily maintenance and management of facilities and equipment. Students are also required to be involved into consumer insights exploration from different markets/countries in Southeast Asia using our internal tools. Internship should provide intern an overview of Sensory & Consumer Insights team’s role in product development work.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine laboratory activities including sample preparation as well as laboratory housekeeping and ensure safety and cleanliness for sensory panel testing
• Prepare the sensory flavor references and samples strictly following our instructions for all sensory evaluations
• Conduct basic sensory test, data tabulation, simple analysis and reporting of results via in-house statistical tools
• Coordinate with internal panelists in arranging sensory test appointments
• Manage incoming market products and prototypes for sensory tasting and evaluation. Prepare for sensory internal bench-top tasting at various locations such as sensory meeting room and sensory lab
• Assist in market and consumer trends research for specific product or flavor category via internal tools for Southeast Asia region

We Offer:

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day - sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere - from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, You'll work on what's next
• Growth that keeps up with you - you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up - with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on
• A community where your voice matters - it is essential to serve our customers well

You Bring:

• Currently pursuing a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Data Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related field
• The ideal candidate must be meticulous with an eye for detail
• The intern should also possess strong MS Office skills including Excel - primarily used for data collation and analysis and PowerPoint - primarily used for data presentation

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations - we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help - just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.