Application Development, Research Intern

IFF is hiring an Application Development, Research Intern in Cedar Rapids, IA, USA (on-site). Posted November 10, 2026. Applications close December 31, 2026. Checked against the employer's posting on November 12, 2026.

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 Cedar Rapids, IA (onsite). Be part of our Application Development team, this role will work across functions to develop and support products and processes.

Your potential is our inspiration. Where You’ll Make a Difference • We are seeking cooperative education positions for the Grain Processing Business, where we leverage cutting-edge enzyme and yeast technology to develop sustainable solutions for the emerging bio-based economy.

Our enzyme and yeast products are critical biocatalysts in our customers’ processes, enabling them to create renewable biofuel, feed, and food products.

• Coops will manage independent projects and support ongoing product development and support efforts. Work will be focused on the use of enzymes and/or yeast to generate biofuels and food ingredients.

• Day-to-day duties will include the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments to evaluate and optimize enzyme and yeast performance at lab- and/or pilot-scales.

• Hands-on laboratory work to execute, analyze, report and present experimental plans and results as well as standard assays • Coops will work at IFF’s Applied Innovation Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

The Center shares a location with Business leadership and an enzyme and yeast production facility. What Makes You the Right Fit • Currently pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in: Chemical Engineering or Bioprocess Engineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related field • Academic research or industrial internship/co-op experience • Desire to work in a multidisciplinary team and capability to work independently • Self-starter with good organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail • Experience with biochemical assays and analytical techniques including HPLC • Preferred: Understanding of enzyme kinetics and/or fermentation fundamentals How Would You Stand Out?

• 3.0 GPA or Higher • Outstanding problem-solving, analytical and interpersonal skills. • Strong work ethic and the ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams to deliver concrete project deliverables in a timely manner.

Why Choose Us? • Competitive Pay • Flexible Schedule • The opportunity will allow students to gain valuable experience in the manufacturing environment • Opportunities to learn by integrating classroom theory with practical work and the chance to demonstrate their skills for future career paths at IFF.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy.

At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status.

We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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