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Givaudan is the global leader in the creation of flavours and fragrances. In close collaboration with food, beverage, consumer product and fragrance partners, Givaudan develops tastes and scents that delight consumers the world over. With a passion to understand consumers’ preferences and a relentless drive to innovate, Givaudan is at the forefront of creating flavours and fragrances that ‘engage your senses’. The Company achieved sales of CHF 5.1 billion in 2017. Headquartered in Switzerland with local presence in over 100 locations, the company has more than 11,100 employees worldwide. Givaudan invites you to discover more at www.givaudan.com.

Flavour Creation & Application Intern (m/f/d)

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with passion and creativity, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There’s much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with. Every day, your talent, your innovative spirit, and your determination will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.  

As an Intern (m/f/d) in the Flavour Creation & Application (FC&A) department for a duration of 12 months at Givaudan - the global leader in the fragrance and flavor industry - you will be our energetic support at our location in Kemptthal. After comprehensive training, you will gradually receive your own area of responsibility, which you will work on independently and autonomously. Sounds interesting? This could be your perfect opportunity if, like us, you not only want to fulfill but exceed the wishes of our customers and always work at the highest level.

 

In this position, you will...

 

Support the FC&A team in day-to-day operations. This includes, among other things, the selection of flavors, product evaluation, and recipe creation.

  • Gain insights into the work of flavor creation and application.
  • Work independently on a selected project in the field of flavor creation and application.
  • Assist in the selection of flavors and prepare internal tastings and presentations.
  • Evaluate flavors for various applications and adjust the flavor portfolio.

 

Are you someone who wants to expand and shape the (own) world? Who thrives in a culture where you can express yourself in a creative team environment? Who enjoys working in teams that are as passionate as you are? Then come and have an impact on your environment.

 

You:

  • Are currently studying/graduate in the field of food science.
  • Have a great interest in flavors and the food industry.
  • Ideally, have previous experience with an FMCG or raw material manufacturer.
  • Enjoy working as a team player.
  • Are well-structured and organized.
  • Are fluent in English, German would be a plus

 

Your benefits in Kemptthal

  • Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development
  • 40 hour working week, Flexible working model
  • Additional paid days off
  • Favorable pension fund contributions
  • Subsidized meals in the Staff restaurant / You benefit from a discounted catering offer (incl. lunch)
  • Sport and leisure club (amenities/showers on site)
  • Discounts at the company shop
  • Free Staff Parking and Bike Badge
  • Subsidized: REKA vouchers and SBB half fare travelcard
  • Worldwide private accident coverage and free choice of hospital


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.
Givaudan is committed to equal opportunities. Therefore, we welcome applications regardless of cultural and social background, gender, age, religion or sexual identity. 
We also have a safe working environment, progressive working conditions and are certified as an equal pay employer.

Remote working:  On-site



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

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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