Sensient Technologies Corporation ยท 2 days ago
Intern - Bio R&D
Hoffman Estates, IL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$23/hr - $23/hr
Start in 2026 SummerSensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. The BioNutrients North America division is seeking a lab intern for Summer 2026 to gain in-depth experience in product development and lab operations in the field of human, animal, and plant nutrition.
ChemicalManufacturingSales
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work with scientists in fermentations and lyophilization, generating reliable and consistent results
Troubleshooting experiments and instrumentation
Maintains a clean, safe and professional laboratory environment; complies with government and company safety directives
Maintaining equipment, organizing inventory, and databases
Requests purchase orders or work orders for required raw materials, equipment or repairs including preventative maintenance
Utilizes good communication skills, both written and oral; enters and maintains accurate and thorough records as required
General lab maintenance and housekeeping, including washing and sterilizing glassware
Learn new experimental techniques
Prepare media, buffers and solutions for experiments and equipment
Performs other duties as assigned depending on needs of business
Qualification
Required
At least 2 years of college science courses; pursuing majors in food science, engineering, or science related discipline
Ability to follow detailed product preparation instructions and prepare samples quickly and accurately
Well organized, able to handle multiple tasks daily, and operate in a safe and responsible manner in the lab
Strong work ethic, ability to work well with others and a positive can-do attitude
Proficient in the use of MS Office programs
Able to learn new systems quickly
Preferred
Prior internship in the food/science industry is beneficial but not mandatory
Company
Sensient Technologies Corporation
We Bring Life to Products.
Founded in 1882
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1977-02-10IPO
Leadership Team
Tobin Tornehl
Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer
Jonathan J.
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
2025-11-01
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