Intern Marketing Fragrances

Job Summary Are you passionate about marketing, trends, and creativity, and ready to gain hands-on experience in a global fragrance company? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Scent: Harnessing the full emotional power of scent, driven by pioneering creativity, science, consumer expertise and a mindful approach to fragrance design. The role is based in Hilversum, Netherlands (partially onsite). Be part of a creative, collaborative, and internationally minded team where together we can bring ideas to life and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. As a Marketing Intern – Fragrances (Home & Fabric Care, EAME), you will support the Marketing team in daily operations, customer projects, and strategic initiatives. You will gain hands-on experience in understanding consumer trends, supporting customer deliverables, and contributing to innovative fragrance concepts. Where You’ll Make a Difference Support the Marketing team in daily operations, including sample handling, labelling, and library management Partner with Marketing Analysts to track market trends, monitor product launches, and maintain databases Contribute to cross-category market reviews and trend presentations using market intelligence tools (e.g., Mintel, Euromonitor) Support Marketing Managers in creating customer presentations and identifying growth opportunities (“white spaces”) Assist in the new product development process by contributing ideas for innovative concepts, formats, and claims Create mood boards and storytelling materials to support fragrance submissions and customer engagement Leverage digital tools and AI-driven content platforms to enhance marketing outputs Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand the full marketing and innovation process What Makes You the Right Fit Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, International Business, Business Administration, or a related field (you need to be a student and available for 6 months, fulltime) Strong interest in marketing, consumer insights, and creative storytelling Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail Advanced PowerPoint skills, with the ability to create clear and visually engaging presentations Fluent in English (written and spoken, business level required) Digitally savvy, with interest in market intelligence tools and AI-driven content creation Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities Collaborative team player with strong communication skills Comfortable working in a diverse, international environment How Would You Stand Out? Creative mindset with a passion for trends, branding, and innovation Proactive, curious, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment Strong commercial awareness and understanding of business drivers Why Choose Us? A dynamic internship in a highly international and innovative organization Hands-on experience with real business impact and customer projects Mentoring and guidance with a strong focus on personal and professional growth Exposure to the fragrance industry and cross-functional collaboration A supportive and open team culture Monthly internship allowance of €600 (gross) 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 At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products – advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. We value an inclusive, creative workplace where all individuals can thrive and do their best work. We consider all qualified candidates equally and based on merit, without regard to religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability.