Innovation Project Intern (m/f/d)

Givaudan, a global leader in creating taste, fragrance, beauty and wellbeing solutions, invites a proactive intern to join its Operations Innovation Team in Vernier, near Geneva. The Innovation Project Intern will work under the Innovation Project Manager for a paid period of six to nine months, contributing to the company’s mission of delivering food innovations, inspired scents and health‑focused products that enrich billions of lives. The intern will be involved in a full spectrum of project activities, from early technology scouting and market research on automation, robotics, AI and data analytics to hands‑on prototype testing and pilot implementation. Responsibilities include drafting user and functional requirements, supporting system architecture discussions, preparing and executing test protocols, gathering and cleaning operational data, and documenting risks and lessons learned. The role also entails coordinating with suppliers, presenting findings to project stakeholders, and assisting with project planning, meeting preparation and action‑tracking. Candidates must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s programme in industrial, mechanical, robotics, automation, mechatronics, computer science or a related discipline, and show a clear interest in manufacturing and digital technologies. Strong analytical abilities, comfort with experimental setups, and basic programming or data‑analysis skills in Python, SQL, Power BI, R or similar tools are required, as is fluency in English; French knowledge is considered beneficial. The internship offers exposure to cutting‑edge industrial innovation, a supportive multicultural environment, and benefits such as a company shop, sport and leisure clubs, a staff restaurant and a corporate mobility plan.