L’Oréal – Advanced Research Internship

The Advanced Research Internship Programme by L’Oréal South Africa is calling on highly qualified individuals to start sending in their applications as soon as possible. L’Oréal is considered one of the largest cosmetics companies in the world. It specializes in skin care, hair colour, hair care, make up and sun protection. To date, L’Oréal markets more than 500 brands which includes over thousands of individual beauty products.

The successful applicant will be reporting to the Advanced Research Manager for the SSA division and will primarily be responsible for conducting technology development projects on African hair and skin care. 

This will include, but not limited to the following duties and responsibilities:

• Perform theoretical and literature work investigation of available raw materials as well as their properties; identify RMs of interest
• Conduct lab work including formulation trial specifications, quality check and relevant project management under manager’s supervision
• Utilize the company’s internal digital tools in designing experimental work
• Oversee pilot scale-ups and batches meant for consumer tests as needed
• Schedule expert, instruments and consumer tests
• Analyze and document test results
• Collaborate with the larger R&I group

What are the requirements?

• Holds a degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering, Biochemistry or Chemistry or other related fields
• Although not required, a postgraduate degree is an added edge
• Work experience is not a requirement
• Must have a high sense of urgency and entrepreneurial ethic needed to drive business outcomes
• Possesses excellent organizational multitasking skills and commitment to deadlines
• A valuable team player who leads by example
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Demonstrated coaching skills

How to apply?

To apply for the L’Oréal – Advanced Research Internship CLICK HERE