Job Description

Intern - Analytical Sciences (Protein Science)

Minhang, Shanghai

As the successful candidate, you will join the Analytical Sciences team and be responsible for the preparation and analysis of relevant animal- and plant-based samples, including protein/peptide-related SDS-PAGE, enzymatic digestion, chromatography, and mass spectrometry analysis.

Your key responsibilities

• Independently prepare samples for analysis, such as preparation and separation of animal- and plant-based protein/peptide samples, routine biochemical analysis, proteomics, and peptidomics analysis.
• After training, independently operate relevant analytical instruments and perform data analysis according to SOPs.
• Accurately and promptly record experimental information.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow laboratory safety rules.

We bring

• Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You bring

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Protein Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Chemistry, Food Science, or a related discipline.
• Basic knowledge of analytical chemistry and a strong interest in laboratory-based analytical research.
• Experience with protein-related experiments is preferred, such as protein separation and purification, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Experience operating LC/MS or other analytical instruments is preferred.
• Careful, responsible, and detail-oriented, with the ability to follow SOPs and laboratory safety requirements.
• Available for a full-time internship of at least three months.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.