Intern - Flavour Creation & Application

The Programme

Follow established procedures and guidelines to prepare flavour samples and take part in flavour evaluations, in order support effective application process, according to business goals and EH&S policies. 

What You Will Do

Flavour Preparation & Evaluation:

• Prepare flavour samples as requested for customer briefs, applications need, technology performance assessment, QC standards, physical testing, etc.
• Act as the main point of contact to provide timely flavour samples for other labs and functions within Givaudan.
• Maintain all required formula records and brief documentation in company database software (Lab Notebook, OpenText Athena, Atlas, Lot Number records, etc.).
• Maintain organized and updated stock of raw materials in the lab.
• Maintain organized collection of flavours in the lab for immediate response to briefs and applications requests.
• Assist in applying flavours to food products when assigned.
• Participate in the evaluation of raw materials (including experimental ingredients), new technology, and flavours in food products and provide flavour performance feedback.
• Assist in sample preparation for operation of creation tools (Opus, mini VAS, etc.).
• Environmental Health & Safety.
• Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment in accordance with EH&S guidelines and good laboratory practices. 

Required Skills and Abilities

Are you someone who wants to grow and shape your own world? Who needs a new challenge and bring excellent contribution to company?

Then come and join us - and impact your world.

Academic Background:

• Secondary/High School diploma or
• Polytechnic or Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology. 

Professional Experience:

• Polytechnic or Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum 0-2 years of experience in a food applications lab, production or related area. 

Technical Skills:

• Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal form.
• Proficiency in using common PC applications.
• Basic understanding of research documentation protocol.
• Basic knowledge of lab equipment and handling chemicals used to perform lab functions.
• Basic knowledge of Givaudan safety, hygiene, and environmental guidelines/requirements.
• Ability to follow flavour formulations and to compound flavours with speed and accuracy.
• Basic ability to prepare flavour delivery systems and assist with product evaluations and sensory tests.
• Ability to organize a flavour lab efficiently and keep raw materials and flavour collections up to date.
• Interest and aptitude in tasting flavours and ingredients. 

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.

Join us and Impact Your World.