Summer 2026 Internship: Global InnoTech Beverage Intern, Taste, Texture & Health - Princeton, NJ

Summer 2026 Internship: Global InnoTech Beverage Intern, Taste, Texture & Health – Princeton, NJ

Location: Princeton, NJ, US

If you’re looking to grow your network and gain new skills within a global company, an internship with dsm-firmenich could be the program for you. Our summer internships provide students opportunities to work on real business projects and gain invaluable professional experience. As an intern, you’ll have exposure to many different areas of a global flavors, fragrances, and ingredients organization that works with some of the biggest brands in the world, along with opportunities to network with your peers and leadership. From engaging events to mentoring opportunities and valuable resume-building experiences, we’re committed to preparing you for a fulfilling and enduring career, both at dsm-firmenich and beyond. We are currently looking for a Summer 2026 Internship: Global InnoTech Beverage Intern, Taste, Texture & Health at our Princeton, NJ office.

The 2026 dsm-firmenich Summer Internship Program will run from June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026.

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Join our Taste, Texture & Health, Global InnoTech Beverage team as an intern and gain invaluable professional experience. Enhance your skills and contribute to real projects that have visibility across the business through a Summer internship. Come discover all we have to offer!

Your key responsibilities

Assist in formulating and preparing beverage prototypes across categories (juices, teas, soft drinks and energy drinks) for internal evaluations and project needs
Support stability and shelf-life testing by preparing samples, conducting sensory/physical analysis, and organizing data for team review
Aid in prototype development and demo preparation, including labeling, bottling, shipping samples, and helping coordinate tastings
Present technical findings to internal and cross functional teams

We bring

Build Your Future Skills: Gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills that prepare you for a successful career.
Expand Your Network: Connect with professionals and peers in a company where sustainability drives every decision and action.
Thrive in an Inclusive Culture: Join a community that values and respects every individual—regardless of background, beliefs, or identity.
Grow Through Curiosity: Work in an environment that encourages open-mindedness, learning, and collaboration to create a better future together.

You Bring

Currently working on completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, or related field
Must be available to work full-time on-site beginning on June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026
Foundational knowledge of food science, basic laboratory practices, and comfort working with formulas, measurements, and bench-top equipment
Demonstrate curiosity and initiative—ask thoughtful questions, seek to understand the “why,” and show strong organizational and problem-solving skills to effectively manage priorities and workflows
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with cross-functional partners and clearly share updates or findings
Creative, ambitious, and agile, with a willingness to adapt as project needs evolve

The hourly rate for this position is $23.00 - $26.00 per hour. Compensation will be dependent on factors that include location, education, training, specific skills, and years of experience.

At the end of this internship, you will:

This internship offers an exciting opportunity to bridge the gap between academia and the corporate food & beverage world, giving you hands-on experience in real product development, stability testing, and global beverage innovation. You’ll work side-by-side with industry experts, gaining exposure to cross-functional teams, cutting-edge projects, and the fast-paced environment of a global R&D organization. Beyond technical skills, you’ll expand your professional network, strengthen your confidence in the lab, and develop the curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving mindset needed to thrive in the industry. This is your chance to explore what a career in food and beverage science truly looks like, and to start building the foundation for your future.

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, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, 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.

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.