Summer 2026 Internship: Manufacturing Intern, Taste Texture & Health-Anaheim, CA.

Summer 2026 Internship Program – Manufacturing Intern, Taste Texture & Health

Location: Anaheim, CA, USA

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 Summer Intern for Manufacturing at our Anaheim, CA 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 Anaheim 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

• Assist with ongoing projects related to manufacturing processes, quality control, and product development.
• Conduct research, collect data, and perform analysis to support project objectives.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and projects as well as daily production activities, including monitoring and documenting production metrics.

 

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 or Master’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering or a related field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize and parse data
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow

 

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 gain hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will have the opportunity to work on real projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop skills in various aspects of manufacturing, quality control, and product development. You will contribute to ongoing projects and initiatives, gaining valuable insights into the operations of a leading manufacturing site.

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,