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We are the Lavazza HR Talent Acquisition Team, and we’re looking for a Sensory & Innovation Intern to join our Innovation Center in Turin.
You will become part of our Sensory & Shelf Life Team within the R&D; Department, where you’ll support sensory analysis activities, manage tasting sessions, prepare samples, and process data — all contributing to a deeper understanding of coffee from a sensory and innovation perspective.
Your Day-to-day Activities
- Carry out bibliographic research
- Support the creation of analytical and experimental plans
- Assist in practical tasting activities and sample preparation
- Support internal assessor training and sample analysis
- Collect, organize, and process data to contribute to report drafting
- Collaborate with the Sensory Manager and team in the daily management of tasting panels

Who We’re Looking For
- You’re available for a six-month internship with full-time commitment. Starting date: October 2026
- You hold a Degree in Food Science / Food Technology
- You’ re fluent in Italian and English




- You’ve probably had an international experience – language course or exchange programme? Way to go
- You’re passionate about sensory analysis and eager to learn through hands-on experience
- You have strong communication skills and enjoy working in an extended international team
- You’re creative, proactive, and confident with Excel and PowerPoint

✨ In Return We Offer
- Internship allowance
- Flexible way of working
- Free Company Canteen
- Access to our corporate gym
- A dynamic work experience in an international context
- Free coffee (of course)

What next?
- Our Talent Acquisition Team will assess your application and if you have what we’re looking for, you’ll be contacted for an initial interview
- If you make it to the short list, you’ll be interviewed by your future Manager
- In some cases, you may be required to show us your skills via technical challenge.

☕ Who We Are
Our Group was founded in Turin in 1895, has been owne

📌 Sensory & Innovation Intern (Italia)
🏢 Lavazza Group
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