Global Flavorist Trainee Program

Job title: Global Flavorist Trainee Program

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Introduction

Do you dream of creating the tastes that define tomorrow’s food and beverage experiences? Our Global Flavorist Trainee Program is an exceptional opportunity to learn one of the most respected and creative métiers in the industry, guided by world‑class experts at dsm‑firmenich.

This exclusive two‑year apprenticeship is designed to develop the next generation of flavorists through hands‑on creation, deep scientific understanding, and exposure to real customer challenges across global markets. You will train alongside Master Flavorists, work with state‑of‑the‑art tools, and build the foundation for a long‑term international career in flavor creation.

If you are curious, creative, scientifically minded, and passionate about food and taste, this program offers more than a role; it offers a future as a Flavorist, with the opportunity to join dsm‑firmenich as an Associate Flavorist upon successful completion.

Your key responsibilities

Master on-the-bench flavor creation and design in line with our Good Creative Practices
Master the Creation Palette (Flavoring and non Flavoring) including chemical structure, physico chemical parameters
Acquire a perfect Know-how of the main applications, processes and the main mechanisms of flavor matrix interactions
Develop a good understanding of Flavor Science (Flavor stability, Ingredient reactivity), natural chemicals and extracts production pathways and main analytical technics
Gain a robust understanding of manufacturing, analytical and quality capabilities paired with basic research and flavor and food science understanding
Develop hands-on experience through supervised creation projects, gaining a deep understanding of market dynamics, key categories, clients, and the practical challenges involved across different applications
Adopt and use AI-guided creation tools and IT enablers
Successfully pass all the regular checkpoints including a final defense at the end of the 2 years of training

We offer

An exciting 2 Year Flavorist Apprenticeship Program comprising 10 Months in our Center of excellence in Switzerland and 14 Months in your home affiliate
Courses with top-class instructors including experienced Flavorists, experts and industry-renowned partners
A broad curriculum comprising all the aspects of the métier
A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
An Associate Flavorist position if you succeed at the end of the apprenticeship

You bring

A minimum of a Two-year University Degree in Chemistry, Food Chemistry, Food Technology, Food Science, or broader Chemical Engineering and Science Degrees
Creative and Innovative with an above-average sense of taste and smell
Intuitive with an innate curiosity and genuine interest in Food and Beverages
Good technical understanding of chemistry and physical chemistry
Strong commitment, dedication, and resilience, contributing to effective teamwork and productive relationships in multicultural environments
Fluent in English

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Application process

Before applying, please consider that this opportunity requires international mobility: participants will spend 10 months in Switzerland at our Center of Excellence, then continue their journey with 14 months in their home affiliate.

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal latest by 15th April 2026. Due to data privacy reasons, we do not handle any applications sent by email. Please be so kind to use the link provided https://careers.dsm-firmenich.com/en/careers.html.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.