Intern Innovation & Research - Hair Care & Styling

Our Global Innovation & Research team is looking for a creative and motivated intern to work on the development of new textures and sensorial experiences in hair care and styling products. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative formulation projects focused on product aesthetics, performance, and consumer experience.

Objectives

• Analyze market trends, raw material innovations and scientific literature to identify innovative texture and sensorial concepts.
• Develop and evaluate formulations with new textures and sensory profiles.
• Investigate formulation stability, compatibility, and performance.
• Conduct sensory and instrumental evaluations to assess product characteristics.
• Analyze and report results.

You

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field.
• Strong interest in formulation development and cosmetic product innovation.
• Creative, hands-on, and analytical mindset.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic research environment.
• Available to start in September.
• Eligible to work in the Netherlands.
• Strong English skills (spoken and written).

Our Offer

• A sustainability-conscious internship company.
• Hands-on experience in a cutting-edge research environment focused on hair care innovations.
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of sustainable and high-performance products.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Internship compensation of €650 gross per month (based on 5 days per week).
• And never another bad hair day, thanks to employee discounts on the Keune collection!

Keune

KEUNE is a family business with a long-term vision, where science is at the heart of everything it does. Today, KEUNE belongs to one of the fastest growing brands in professional hair care products. From its headquarters in Soest, KEUNE products are developed, produced and distributed worldwide to more than 85 countries. The company produces in a sustainable and animal-friendly way and is B Corp-certified. KEUNE is led by Philip Berlijn, who is focused on building a strong brand and creating a corporate culture centered on collaboration, sustainability and showing character.