R&D Essential Oils Team Intern

About the role

At doTERRA we encourage all employees to seek out opportunities that will expand their skill set. We strive to help achieve personal career goals by providing opportunities of growth and movement throughout the company.

Responsibilities

• Batch oil blends in lab for sample requests, sample submission batches, and formulation
• Submit samples to doTERRA analytical laboratories for physical, chemical and stability testing
• Organize laboratory operations, including recording inventory, ordering supplies, and waste management
• Test solubility and scale-up of unique natural raw materials
• Perform other responsibilities as directed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in chemistry, food science, nutrition, biology or related field required
• At least 1 year of laboratory experience required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to communicate and write effectively
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision in identifying tasks that need to be completed
• Ability to smell and taste essential oils
• Ability to tolerate strong smells for extended periods of time
• Ability to stand and work in lab for multiple consecutive hours