Intern

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Support PLC programming, troubleshooting, and documentation for automation systems.
• Assist with automation projects, including upgrades, installations, and commissioning.
• Help design, modify, and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Perform testing and verification of control systems, HMIs, and related equipment.
• Collect and analyze data related to system reliability and performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within automation and controls.
• Create and update technical documentation, SOPs, and engineering drawings.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including maintenance, operations, engineering, and quality.
• Follow all safety protocols, engineering standards, and site procedures.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Junior or Senior standing preferred at the start of the internship.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits, industrial controls, and automation principles.
• Familiarity with PLC concepts (AllenBradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, shop drawings, and engineering diagrams.
• Strong analytical mindset and problemsolving skills.
• Comfortable working 50% in the field and 50% at a desk.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively with operators and maintenance teams.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Previous exposure to manufacturing or industrial automation environments.
• Handson experience with PLC programming (ladder logic, FBD, structured text).
• Experience with HMIs, SCADA systems, AutoCAD Electrical, motors, VFDs, or industrial networks.

Why Choose Us?

• Opportunity to work handson with real-world automation and controls systems.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and exposure to industrial technologies.
• Chance to develop technical and professional skills in a leading global company.
• Experience in a highly collaborative and innovationdriven environment.
• Flexibility depending on internship type (summer-only or extended coop).
• Potential consideration for future internships, coops, or fulltime employment.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more