Intern

Job Description

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Health & Biosciences: Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets.

The role is based in Leiden, Netherlands (onsite role). Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and science-driven team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

• Characterize a focused library of alpha-amylase enzymes under various experimental conditions.
• Evaluate enzyme performance across different pH and temperature ranges.
• Investigate the impact of individual and combined mutations on enzyme functionality and stability.
• Perform substrate specificity studies using starch and related polysaccharides.
• Analyze reaction products to determine enzyme product profiles and hydrolysis patterns.
• Design, execute, and document laboratory experiments following established protocols and safety standards.
• Process, interpret, and present experimental data to support scientific decision-making.
• Collaborate with scientists and researchers to discuss findings and propose next steps for enzyme development.
• Contribute to technical reports and project presentations summarizing results and insights.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Food Technology, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong interest in enzyme technology, protein engineering, or industrial biotechnology.
• Basic understanding of enzymology and biochemical characterization techniques.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment through coursework, projects, or previous internships.
• Ability to accurately record, analyze, and interpret experimental data.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment and analytical techniques.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience with enzyme assays, chromatography, or analytical methods used for carbohydrate analysis.
• Exposure to data analysis software and scientific data visualization tools.
• Curiosity, proactive problem-solving abilities, and a passion for scientific innovation.

Why Choose Us?

• Gain hands-on experience in an industry-leading biosciences organization.
• Work alongside experienced scientists on meaningful research projects.
• Develop practical laboratory and scientific data analysis skills.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative enzyme technologies used in industrial applications.
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Valuable professional development and networking opportunities within IFF.