R&D Nutrition Placement — 12 Months, Europe/EMEA

PepsiCo; Leicester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vibrant culture

Development and mentoring

25 days annual leave + holidays

Discounted PepsiCo products

Competitive pension

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

PepsiCo invites undergraduates to join its 12‑month placement programme in July 2027, based in the UK. You will work within the Life Sciences EMEA team, supporting nutrition strategy, conducting assessments, and contributing to innovation and brand activation across a global foods portfolio.

The role offers development, autonomy, and exposure to cross-functional projects. The role requires a degree trajectory in nutrition or related field, strong digital and communication skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• Following path to a degree level qualification in nutrition, dietetics or related field.
• Good level of digital skills and ability to interpret scientific information.
• Ability to translate evidence-based science for diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivation and good organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Creating educational resources and materials on nutrition topics.
• Conducting nutritional assessments of products.
• Supporting research for innovation and brand activation.
• Developing monthly media reports on nutrition science and portfolio.
• Collaborating with sports science and other teams on projects.
• Participating in journal clubs and presenting scientific information.

Skills

Digital skills

Critical analysis

Translate evidence

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Motivation

Organisational skills

Written and verbal presentation

Education

Degree in nutrition, dietetics or related field

Job description

PepsiCo invites undergraduates to join its 12‑month placement programme in July 2027, based in the UK. You will work within the Life Sciences EMEA team, supporting nutrition strategy, conducting assessments, and contributing to innovation and brand activation across a global foods portfolio.

The role offers development, autonomy, and exposure to cross-functional projects. The role requires a degree trajectory in nutrition or related field, strong digital and communication skills, and the ability