QC Laboratory Intern
7 days ago
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.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Quality Control Laboratory Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both the analytical and microbiology laboratories, as well as with the incoming component inspection team. You will work closely with experienced professionals and contribute to the quality assurance of our products.
Key Responsibilities:
• Analytical Testing: Conduct analyses of raw materials, bulk, and finished products using techniques such as Gas Chromatography, Infra-Red, Karl Fischer, and Viscometers.
• Microbiological Testing: Perform microbiological analysis of finished products and water samples.
• Component Inspection: Inspect and release incoming components to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Equipment Maintenance: Check, calibrate, and perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Customer Complaint Support: Assist in investigations related to customer complaints to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Production Support: Collaborate with the production team to address investigations and queries.
• R&D Collaboration: Support Research and Development with stability testing and investigations.
• Lab Supplies Management: Manage the ordering of chemicals and supplies for the laboratory.
• Lab Maintenance: Ensure the laboratory is kept tidy and organized.
• Cross-Departmental Exposure: Participate in project meetings and discussions with various departments across the business.
Qualifications and Skills:
• Current undergraduate or postgraduate in a Scientific subject.
• 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, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Special Requirements:
As part of the Quality & Regulatory team, you will work closely with the QC Manager, Microbiology Manager, and QA Packaging Supervisor. You will also liaise with the production team and interact with employees at all levels across the organization.
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 Intimate wash, 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.
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 2026.
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
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