Job Description

Industrial Placement Student

Vacancy Number:

req5395

Location:

Cowick

Location Address:

Cowick Hall, Snaith

Goole, East Yorkshire, DN14 9AA

United Kingdom

Closing Date:

07/11/2025







Croda is a FTSE100 organisation driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives(TM). With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.



We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for an Industrial Placement Student to join our team at Cowick, East Yorkshire for 12 months from July/August/September 2025. The successful candidate will work on research and development projects in our Pharma Applications group.



You will be responsible for the investigation of pharmaceutical grade excipients for use in human and veterinary drug applications. The role may also involve the handling of active pharmaceutical ingredients. The project work carried out during the placement will be of sufficient academic complexity to meet the requirements of a university industrial placement degree course.

Who We're Looking For:

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.



You should have good laboratory skills and be able to communicate effectively both in reports and verbally. You will need to be a self-motivated individual with the ability to manage and plan your own workload. Team work, attention to detail and good problem analysis skill are essential for this role. You will have an A Level in Chemistry and be working toward a 2.1 in Biochemistry/Chemistry/Pharmacy/Biology or related degree. Previous work experience within the chemical industry is desirable but not

What You'll Be Doing:

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.



Designing and conducting experimental pharmaceutical projects applying technical knowledge to formulate with Croda's new and existing products Majority of the time will be spent on practical laboratory work including formulation, characterisation and analytical development Working with colleagues regionally and/or globally on multiple strategic projects supporting with in-laboratory data production Communicating scientific work through presentations both internally and externally as well as through written reports Support marketing and sales teams with technical data and information

What We Offer:

Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.



The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:



Defined benefit pension scheme 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays) Private medical insurance Free lunch in on-site restaurant Access to share plans Cycle to work scheme Car leasing scheme Generous parental leave Retail platform benefits Free car parking on Croda sites Flexible working arrangements

Additional Information

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email candidate@croda.com.



Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.