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R&D Fragrance Technology Development Trainee
12 months
June/July starting
COTY is seeking a talented, highly motivated intern to work with COTY's Fragrance Technology Development Team within the R&D Center of Excellence for Fragrance in Versoix (Switzerland).
The role is a good fit for candidates interested in the field of science, innovation, and beauty.
THE ROLE
OPTIMIZE, ENABLE, INNOVATE!
As our Fragrance Development Trainee, you play a critical role in supporting the team on new fragrance technologies projects including new formats and new chassis for fine fragrance and beauty categories.
You will be reporting to Senior manager/Senior Principal Scientist for Fragrance Technology and you will be responsible for:
Run literature research, patents landscape and competitive landscape.
Identify new raw materials from suppliers and testing them in the fragrance category context.
Formulate cosmetic products (e.g. body lotion, shower gel, EDT) to support new fragrance technology development.
Deliver prototypes of new chassis that will meet consumer needs and marketing requests.
Ensure the feasibility of new technologies and new chassis including all the technical aspects such as performance, stability, microbiology, safety, regulatory, sustainability requirements and future scalability of the process.
Support the other team members for samples preparation and evaluation.
Ensure effective written and oral communication with weekly reports and presentations.
Comply with all company policies, procedures and safety.
YOU ARE A COTY FIT
You like to deep dive into fragrance innovation and formulations. You enjoy science and technology. Other than that, you are:
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or Materials Science with previous working experience in the lab
Skilled in formulation and technical evaluation of products
Able to identify and solve problems
Able to work in an international environment
Rigorous, well organized, results orientated work approach
Passionate about Beauty with a focus on the Fragrance Category
Excellent communicator (both in writing and orally) - Fluency in English is a must, any other language is a plus.
If you’re ready to support and shape the future of beauty, we want you on our team!
WHAT WE OFFER
A salary that matches your knowledge.
A vast benefit package.
This is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.
ABOUT US
Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you’re the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible – we’d love to hear from you.
Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self.
