Summer 2026 Internship: Life Sciences Informatics Intern, Science & Research - Long Island City, NY

Summer 2026 Internship: Life Sciences Informatics Intern, Science & Research

Location: Long Island City, NY, US

 

If you’re looking to grow your network and gain new skills within a global company, an internship with dsm-firmenich could be the program for you. Our summer internships provide students opportunities to work on real business projects and gain invaluable professional experience. As an intern, you’ll have exposure to many different areas of a global flavors, fragrances, and ingredients organization that works with some of the biggest brands in the world, along with opportunities to network with your peers and leadership. From engaging events to mentoring opportunities and valuable resume-building experiences, we’re committed to preparing you for a fulfilling and enduring career, both at dsm-firmenich and beyond. We are currently looking for a Life Sciences Informatics Intern at our Long Island City, NY office.

The 2026 dsm-firmenich Summer Internship Program will run from June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026.

 

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

 

Join our Science & Research, Systems Biology team as an intern and gain invaluable professional experience. Enhance your skills and contribute to real projects that have visibility across the business through a Summer internship. Come discover all we have to offer!

 

Your key responsibilities

• Align with biologists, chemists, and operations workforce to understand chemical tracking requirements
• Aid in database redesign
• Implement standardized queries using proper cybersecure protocols
• Design, build, and deploy a web-based interface for interacting with chemical inventory

 

We bring

• Build Your Future Skills: Gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills that prepare you for a successful career.
• Expand Your Network: Connect with professionals and peers in a company where sustainability drives every decision and action.
• Thrive in an Inclusive Culture: Join a community that values and respects every individual—regardless of background, beliefs, or identity.
• Grow Through Curiosity: Work in an environment that encourages open-mindedness, learning, and collaboration to create a better future together.

 

You Bring

• Currently working on completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Data Science, or related field
• Must be available to work full-time on-site beginning on June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize and parse data
• Proficiency in at least two of the following: Python, JavaScript (Svelte preferred), SQL, Rust
• Experience working with biological or chemical datasets

 

 

The hourly rate for this position is $23.00 - $26.00 per hour.  Compensation will be dependent on factors that include location, education, training, specific skills, and years of experience.

 

At the end of this internship, you will:

Have hands on experience working with scientists across domains, gathering an understanding of how different teams can work together and impact each other. You will directly impact the productivity of multiple departments through the design and deployment of both the frontend and backend of a chemical management and tracking system.

 

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