Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Regulatory Affairs Intern to join our team and support our REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) compliance activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in chemical regulation and contribute to the success of our regulatory affairs team.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with REACH Compliance: Support the regulatory affairs team in ensuring that the company complies with all aspects of the REACH regulation.
• Documentation and Dossier Management: Assist with the preparation and maintenance of REACH registration dossiers, including collecting and organizing technical data and other required documents.
• Maintain Regulatory Records: Assist in maintaining up-to-date records of all REACH-related submissions and regulatory correspondence for internal reference.
• Support in Submission of Data: Provide support during the submission of REACH registration dossiers, including following up on submissions, reviewing feedback from ECHA, and ensuring necessary actions are taken in response to any requests for additional information.
• Communication with stakeholders: Coordinate communication with external stakeholders (e.g. consortia, registrants and regulatory authorities) and provide regular updates on the compliance activities.
• Collaboration with Internal Teams: Work with cross-functional teams to collect the necessary information.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

Desired Background

• Education: A degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Toxicology or a related field is preferred. Relevant certifications in regulatory affairs, product safety or REACH will be considered a plus.
• Experience: No prior experience is required, but any previous internship in regulatory affairs, chemical safety, or compliance is advantageous.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Talents

More specifically, we would seek the following attributes and competencies for the position:

• Fully fluent in English. Any other language, and particularly Spanish, can be a plus.
• Ability to work in teams and to coordinate activities with other colleagues also located in other countries.
• Organized, precise, and detail oriented.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interest in studying and learning.
• Strong interest in learning about regulatory affairs.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category.

About Vantage

Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers’ technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations, ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats and their derivatives, Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care, food, surface treatment, agriculture, pharma, and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield, IL., operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1,000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction.

We are a dynamic people-centered organization where you’ll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity, we learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues, empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition, development, learning, excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here. For more information visit: vantagegrp.com or LinkedIn/vantage.