Flavor Sales Intern (10 Week Summer Program)

IFF • South Brunswick, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to build your commercial career while helping shape the future of food and beverage innovation? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Taste: Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building, and fuel market success. This 10-week internship program is based in South Brunswick, New Jersey (onsite role). Be part of a customer-focused, collaborative, and growth-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong interest in commercial sales, business development, and customer engagement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, curious, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship, campus leadership, or customer-facing experience.
• Experience working with data analysis, CRM platforms, or sales reporting tools.
• Demonstrated passion for building relationships and driving business results.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Sales team in managing customer relationships and sales initiatives.
• Assist with market research, competitive analysis, and customer insights projects.
• Prepare sales presentations, reports, and business reviews for internal and customer meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Product Development, and Customer Service.
• Maintain customer data and sales information in CRM systems.
• Help identify growth opportunities within existing and prospective customer accounts.
• Participate in customer meetings and learn consultative selling techniques.
• Track sales performance metrics and support forecasting activities.

Benefits

• Gain meaningful, hands-on experience with real business challenges and opportunities.
• Learn from experienced commercial leaders and industry experts.
• Build a professional network across multiple functions and business units.
• Participate in a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
• Develop skills that will help accelerate your future career in sales and business development.
• 10 Week Internship Program Compensation: $25/hr

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern