Are you passionate about fragrances and eager to make your mark in the world of Marketing?

Four our Marketing team in Hilversum we are looking for a  

Intern Marketing assistant

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

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, onsite. Be part of a passionate, creative and dedicated team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

As a student placement (March  – Dec 2026) within the Fragrance Ingredients Marketing & Project Management team based in Hilversum, Netherlands, you will experience both B2B marketing and many aspects of the amazing world of scent. You will be part of a truly international and creative team and will work closely with other functions to help create unforgettable customer experiences. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to kickstart their marketing/project management career and learn about the intricacies of B2B marketing in the dynamic scent sector.

You will learn to Make a Difference in

• Assist creating marketing materials and presentations within our brand guidelines, using IFF templates (labels, ppt slides, etc.) and information from different libraries and IFF tools.
• Assist creating and coordinating different marketing project plans and timelines (xls) and support with monitoring the projects.
• Assist with the ingredient sample preparation with the different Creative Centers/Application Lab Teams globally, ensuring that all resources (samples, bases, oils, packaging) are available at the Creative Center(s) to complete the project and discuss the planning to ensure timely delivery of the samples.
• Assist with the preparation of physical packages (samples, labels, packaging).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, portfolio management, perfumery team to collect/follow up on requests, information and monitor projects.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating B2B events, trade shows, and exhibitions, including logistics, collateral preparation, and shipments.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Currently pursuing a master’s or bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, project management, or a related field in Dutch University.
• Professional English skills are required, written or oral (mandatory).
• Highly organized with a keen eye for detail and layout and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Proactive, self-motivated, problem-solving mindset, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Why Choose Us?

•  At IFF, we are dedicated to maximizing our most valuable assets - our people. We do so by embracing diversity and offering to become a part of a highly motivated team and strongly support opportunities for continuous development, whilst maintaining a solid work/life balance.
• An internship for min. 6 months (beginning at March / April 2026)
• Allowance EUR 600 a month
• This, together with a respectful workplace that rewards achievement, makes IFF one of the best internship and career choices today

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