Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
R&D Intern
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A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.
We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.
Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries. United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.
R&D Placement
As an R&D Intern, you will engage in various tasks and projects that support our research and development initiatives. Your responsibilities will be dynamic, reflecting the evolving needs of our organization. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your scientific and engineering knowledge to real-world applications, contributing to exciting projects in product development and process improvement.
Role Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
- Perform equipment calibrations and routine checks to ensure optimal functionality.
- Gain a thorough understanding of laboratory equipment usage and applications.
- Conduct tests and experiments following established protocols.
- Prepare chemical solutions and reagents for various experiments.
- Place products on stability and compatibility testing for new developments and existing production runs across different formats (e.g., aerosols, liquids, lotions, tubes).
- Maintain lab cleanliness and assist with general laboratory operations.
- Assist in pilot manufacturing processes as needed.
- Provide factory support for pack design-related engineering issues.
- Collaborate with the process team on industrial line trials.
- Participate in individual projects or join specific teams (e.g., Batiste, Nair, Femfresh).
- Attend project meetings and engage in discussions with project managers, production, supply chain, procurement, and other departments.
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Education & Experience:
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Cosmetic Science, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related science/engineering discipline.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated "can do" attitude with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Curious and inquisitive mindset.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
About Church & Dwight
You may be more familiar with our products than with our company name. Batiste dry shampoo, Pearl Drops Whitening tooth polish, Arm & Hammer baking soda toothpaste, Femfresh, Orajel toothache & ulcer relief, Sterimar natural sea water nasal spray, Hero Mighty Patch, The Breath Co Mouthwash and Nair hair removal products all of which form part of our exciting brands.
Church & Dwight UK Ltd are based in Folkestone, Kent, where we develop, produce & distribute many of our products and work with Sofibel in Paris and Church & Dwight GmbH in Frankfurt, Germany to form the European team. We are part of Church & Dwight Co. Inc. based in New Jersey, USA.
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In the UK we employ over 400 people who undertake a range of roles from Research & Development & Marketing through to Purchasing, Production and Supply Chain. These teams are supported by departments such as Finance & Human Resources.
How to apply
If you would like to apply for this opportunity and have the right to work in the UK (including a student visa that allows you to undertake an internship opportunity), please visit our careers website and apply directly for the role.
Internships will be starting From June 2027.
We are currently recruiting for Interns across our business functions, for intern opportunities in other subjects please visit the careers page of the Church & Dwight UK website.
For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.co.uk/
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