Sensient Colors LLC is looking for a Food Science – R&D Intern. This exciting role will work in our Color Service Lab (CSL) and will provide support for the CSL team Application Scientists. CSL support will be in the areas of sample preparation, lab trials, pilot plant support, and new product development trials.

 The internship will be based out of our St. Louis facility near downtown St. Louis. Position is a paid internship.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide assistance with sample preparation for samples sent to customers for evaluation, and assistance with sample preparation to evaluate new raw materials.

• Conduct lab trials under the direction of Application Technologists to support application projects. 

• Conduct trials using pilot plant equipment to support new product development. 

• Write reports as required to document findings from trials or projects. Participate in all staff meetings.

• Performs other duties as assigned. Build and maintain relationships with employees and colleagues in a professional and personable manner adhering to the highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality on matters that require discretion. 

What You’ll Bring:

• Minimum status of a junior level and working toward a four-year degree program preferably in Food Science, Chemistry or Biology. A minimum 3.0 overall GPA is required.

• Basic lab knowledge and skills are a must. This includes, but is not limited to knowledge and the ability to measure characteristics such as pH, viscosity, solids, etc.
• Knowledge of various lab equipment such as a Colorimeter and a Spectrophotometer is a plus.
• Excellent proficiency in verbal and written communication. Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information. Able to deliver effective and accurate results and meet deadlines. 
• Able to work independently and as part of a team on a broad variety of projects.
• Good professional appearance and demeanor. Good judgment and decision-making skills. Well-organized, detail-oriented and a self-starter. Ability to execute, multi-task and thrive in an extremely fast paced, high growth environment.

What You’ll Get:

• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5-days per week.
• Career development opportunities.
• A thorough and effective training experience to enhance your career skills. 

SQF RESPONSIBILITY:

Ensure the highest level of commitment to Safe Quality Food (SQF) to provide assurance that all products have been produced, prepared, and handled according to the highest possible standards.

ABOUT SENSIENT COLORS:

Sensient Color Group is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a central role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, inks for commercial and consumer printers, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners, and paper products. The Color Group is in St. Louis, Missouri.

ABOUT SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and fragrances. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, inkjet and specialty inks and colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit our website at http://www.sensient.com.

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