Process Engineering Intern

International Flavors and Fragrances; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) seeks a Manufacturing Technology Co‑Op for Spring/Summer/Fall 2027 in Madison, WI. At our Health & Biosciences site, you will gain hands‑on experience while strengthening your engineering skills in safety, capacity improvements, data analysis, and plant operations.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering degrees and can commit to 40 hours per week for the specified 2027 terms.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Able to work full‑time (40 hours/week) for the co‑op term.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through investigation, scope, design, and implementation to improve safety and capacity.
• Build data visualization dashboards in plant historian.
• Support capital projects and assist commissioning during plant shutdowns.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Independent & team work

Education

Bachelor's degree (ChemE, Mechanical, or E&E)

Job description

Job Summary

Manufacturing Technology Co-Op, Spring/Summer/Fall 2027, Madison, WI International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) is an industry leader in taste, scent and nutrition. IFF is seeking innovative, collaborative college students to participate in our Spring/Summer or Summer/Fall 2027 student co-op program at our Health & Biosciences site in Madison, Wisconsin. IFF co-ops will have the opportunity to gain hands‑on working experience while strengthening their professional skillset.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Leading projects through investigation, scope, design, and implementation phases to provide safety and capacity improvements.
• Building data visualization dashboards in plant historian.
• Providing capital project support and assist in commissioning and start‑up activities during plant shutdown.
• Providing support to engineers in executing plant trials and production/maintenance troubleshooting.
• Comply with all company policies including, but not limited to: Quality, Safety, Food Safety, Environmental, GMPs, Dietary Supplements, and HACCP-HARPC.
• Adhere to all quality systems including: ISO 22000 Food Safety, FAMI‑QS and NSF Dietary Supplements with an understanding of IFF Corporate Quality policies and procedures.
• Ability to work safely and comply with all corporate/site EHS guidelines and policies.

Development Areas

During this internship you will gain experience in core engineering competencies. Expected development areas include:

• Problem solving
• Data analysis and visualizationProject leadership
• Capital project exposure
• Process Hazard Analysis and Process Safety Management exposure

Job Requirements

• Available to work full‑time (40 hours per week) for either the Spring and Summer of 2027 or the Summer and Fall of 2027.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to work safely and comply with all corporate/site EHS guidelines and policies.

Preferred Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work and complete projects independently, as well as within a team environment.

Work Conditions

• Frequent interaction in manufacturing plant environments (prolonged standing, walking, work at heights, temperature extremes, etc).

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more