Interested in a career that matters?

Join our Household Care (HHC) team in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, where we work together to develop impactful cleaning and detergent innovations that support Novonesis’ purpose of making lives better every day.

Responsibilities

You will be part of a collaborative lab team led by the Lab Manager, working closely with scientists and technicians on experiments, product evaluations, and day‑to‑day laboratory operations.The Role & Your ImpactAs a Graduate Intern, you will contribute directly to product development and performance validation within our HHC team. Your work will support ongoing R&D projects, customer demonstrations, and formulation studies that help shape the next generation of enzyme‑enabled solutions.Your key responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the preparation and testing of detergent and cleaning formulations.
• Supporting the creation of engaging and effective product demonstrations to highlight performance and key benefits.
• Supporting performance evaluation studies of enzymes or active ingredients in various household care products.
• Conducting routine lab experiments following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Recording and analyzing experimental data accurately.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the laboratory workspace and equipment.
• Assisting in setup, execution, and documentation of stability studies.
• Collaborating with team members on ongoing projects.
• Ensuring all work complies with safety and quality standards.
  
  

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• Final‑year student in Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field.
• Basic laboratory skills and familiarity with safe chemical handling.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks responsibly.
  
  

Additional Skills & Interests We Value(These are nice‑to‑have, not required.)

• Curiosity about enzymes, surfactants, and formulation chemistry.
• Interest in consumer products or applied research.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving.
  
  

What We Offer

• Hands‑on laboratory experience in a leading biotechnology company.
• Opportunity to contribute to real‑world R&D projects with measurable impact.
• Supportive colleagues who value learning, collaboration, and scientific integrity.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and application‑focused research.
  
  

Ways of Working / Working Conditions

• This role is on‑site at our Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur laboratory.
• Standard weekday working hours (regular daytime schedule).
• Tasks involve prolonged standing, handling lab materials, and working in a typical laboratory environment.
• Safety equipment and guidelines must be followed at all times.
• Flexibility may occasionally be required depending on project timelines.
  
  

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

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