Dairy Applications Intern: Lab & Pilot-Plant Experience

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

IFF is seeking an Intern - Application Technologist in Madison, WI to work onsite on dairy culture testing and milk coagulation enzyme projects. The role supports application specialists from experimental design through data presentation, involves hands-on lab work with cheese and yoghurt samples, and requires strong teamwork, communication, and solid computer skills.

You will gain practical experience by applying classroom theory to manufacturing-scale trials and preparing final reports for the

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in BS / Masters / Ph.D. in Dairy or Dairy-related Food Science.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Strong time management and teamwork.
• Good communication, verbal and written; basic computer skills (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist on a major project testing dairy cultures and milk coagulation enzymes.
• Set up equipment, perform experiments, and prepare materials.
• Operate lab and pilot plant equipment to produce cheese and yoghurt samples.
• Analyze data, draft trial reports, and present findings to the team.

Skills

Time management

Team player

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

BS in Dairy/related Food Science

MS in Dairy/related Food Science

PhD in Dairy/related Food Science

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

IFF is seeking an Intern - Application Technologist in Madison, WI to work onsite on dairy culture testing and milk coagulation enzyme projects. The role supports application specialists from experimental design through data presentation, involves hands-on lab work with cheese and yoghurt samples, and requires strong teamwork, communication, and solid computer skills.

You will gain practical experience by applying classroom theory to manufacturing-scale trials and preparing final reports for the