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A perfumer, chemist, inventor and researcher, the House's founder created his first boutique in the ... is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or ...

A perfumer, chemist, inventor and researcher, the House's founder created his first boutique in the ... is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or ...

Account Operations Coordinator

Somerset, NJ · On-site

$21.25 - $27.50/hr

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... designer perfumes each month. About the Brands: * Scentbird : The easiest way for fragrance lovers to discover, try, and buy their favorite scented products without a commitment * Deck of Scarlet:

In Fragrance, Guerlain Master Perfumer, Thierry Wasser, embodies the fifth generation of Guerlain ... This is intended to cover the core accountabilities of the position and is not designed to cover or ...

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Perfume Designer information

What does a typical workday look like for a perfume designer?

A typical workday for a Perfume Designer involves creating and refining fragrance formulas in a lab setting, collaborating closely with clients, marketing teams, and raw materials suppliers. Designers often participate in sensory evaluations—testing, comparing, and documenting scent profiles. The role also includes researching trends, developing prototypes, and ensuring all formulations comply with safety and regulatory standards. Teamwork and adaptability are crucial, as projects may shift direction based on client feedback or evolving market preferences.

What is a perfume designer?

A Perfume Designer, also known as a perfumer, is a professional who creates and develops fragrances for perfumes, cosmetics, personal care products, and household items. They use their knowledge of fragrance ingredients, chemistry, and artistic creativity to craft unique scents based on market trends or client needs. Perfume Designers often work for fragrance houses, cosmetic brands, or independently. Their role involves experimenting with different aromatic compounds, balancing scent notes, and ensuring product appeal.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a perfume designer?

To thrive as a Perfume Designer, you need a deep understanding of olfactory science, knowledge of aroma chemicals, and a degree in chemistry or a related field. Familiarity with formulation software, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), and experience in a laboratory environment are commonly required. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong sensory perception are key soft skills that differentiate outstanding professionals. These abilities are essential for developing innovative and appealing scents that meet both aesthetic standards and market demands.

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Infographic showing various Perfume Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Internship

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

What You'll Do

Sol de Janeiro is seeking a curious, detail-oriented Fragrance Product Development Intern to support our Fragrance Product Development team. Working under the direction of the Senior Manager, Fragrance Product Development, the intern will gain hands-on exposure to the end-to-end fragrance product development process. 

This role is designed for someone passionate about fragrance who wants to build foundational experience in product development, fragrance creation, fragrance evaluation, cross-functional collaboration, manufacturing scale up, and the day-to-day execution of fragrance product development. You will support and learn fragrance development across the entire Sol de Janeiro portfolio from perfume mists to body and hair products. This role will support the Fragrance

What You'll Be Working On

These duties may be reviewed and modified from time to time based on mutual needs. 

  • Fragrance Development Support: Assist the team across the end-to-end product development process for fragrance development, including sample organization, internal and external meetings support, technical transfers, and launch preparation. You will work in fragrance development across all products including - perfume mists, innovation, body and hair products. 
  • Fragrance Evaluation: Support the organization of fragrance evaluation. Evaluate alongside the Fragrance Development Team and assist in documenting and organizing scent assessments, olfactive notes, and feedback to support the team's development decisions. 
  • Trend Research: Monitor and summarize emerging fragrance trends, technologies, ingredients, and best practices, sharing insights with the team to inform development. 
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Help coordinate across internal teams - Packaging Development, Project Management, Product Marketing, Creative, and Supply Chain - to support seamless coordination throughout the product development lifecycle. 
  • Project & Timeline Support: Support the Fragrance Development Team maintain on time project milestones by maintaining development trackers and project documents, and help ensure multiple projects progress on schedule. 
  • Vendor & Sample Management: Assist in organizing and cataloguing fragrance house submissions and contract manufacturer samples; support communication with external partners under the guidance of the Fragrance Development Team. 
  • Documentation & Reporting: Prepare meeting agendas and notes, organize development files and technical documentation, and help assemble presentation materials for internal reviews. 
  • Lab & Sample Organization: Maintain an organized sample library, assist with physical sample handling and labeling, and keep the development workspace orderly. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 
Must Haves 

Required 

  • Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a degree program in Cosmetics, Fragrance, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or a related  
  • Passion for fragrance 
  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). 
  • Ability to work onsite at our New York office. 
  • Self-motivated 

Preferred 

  • Basic familiarity with fragrance evaluation concepts (e.g., fragrance families, top/heart/base notes, olfactive vocabulary) - formal training or coursework in fragrance evaluation is a strong plus. 
  • An interest to learn fragrance evaluation. 
  • Prior coursework, workshop, or internship experience in fragrance, beauty, or cosmetic product development. 
  • Familiarity with product development lifecycles in beauty or personal care. 

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