Probiotic Lab Co-op

IFF • Madison, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about hands‑on laboratory experience and excited to contribute to innovative probiotic research? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Our Health & Biosciences business unit channels our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life‑enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets. This co‑op is based on-site in Madison, Wisconsin (United States) . Be part of a motivated, collaborative and growth‑oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You’ll Make a Difference Support daily laboratory operations, including media preparation for enumeration. Operate autoclave equipment and conduct glassware washing and sterilization. Assist in maintaining shared laboratory spaces, including restocking supplies. Perform microbiological and molecular methods to support probiotic research. Contribute to experiments investigating probiotic applications in supplements and food products. Develop an understanding of internal IFF probiotic R&D projects. Participate in role‑specific training and development sessions. Collaborate with experienced research associates and scientists. Ensure compliance with lab safety policies, procedures, and good laboratory practices.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a full‑time student at an accredited college or university.
• Sophomore or above in a bachelor’s program, or first‑year student in a master’s program.
• Pursuing a degree in Microbiology, Food Microbiology, Food Science, Biology or a related field.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and SharePoint.
• Ability to work according to the co‑op schedule structure: A minimum of 16 hours/week but up to Full‑time (40 hours/week) during the summer , and A minimum of 16 hours/week during the academic term , following a set schedule.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership experience (e.g., community service).
• Prior laboratory experience (academic or industry).
• Strong ability to independently coordinate and prioritize work.
• Experience working on research, customer‑facing, or regulatory‑related projects.

Responsibilities

• Support daily laboratory operations, including media preparation for enumeration.
• Operate autoclave equipment and conduct glassware washing and sterilization.
• Assist in maintaining shared laboratory spaces, including restocking supplies.
• Perform microbiological and molecular methods to support probiotic research.
• Contribute to experiments investigating probiotic applications in supplements and food products.
• Develop an understanding of internal IFF probiotic R&D projects.
• Participate in role‑specific training and development sessions.
• Collaborate with experienced research associates and scientists.
• Ensure compliance with lab safety policies, procedures, and good laboratory practices.

Benefits

• Full‑time opportunity during summer months.
• Hands‑on experience in an innovative industrial R&D laboratory.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge probiotic research and real‑world application.
• Opportunity to collaborate with highly skilled scientists and research associates.
• Development and learning opportunities within a global industry leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern