Coffee Process Modelling Intern (R&D)

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 5,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly internship allowance of €525

Travel compensation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK is seeking a Science & Modelling Intern starting in September 2026 at their Utrecht headquarters. The role involves mathematical modeling of brewing processes and data analysis, providing an opportunity to work closely with experienced Food Research professionals. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant academic program and possess programming skills in Python. The position offers a monthly allowance of €525 and paid holidays, with a commitment of at least 5 months, ensuring an ideal balance between collaboration and independence.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a BSc or MSc program preferably in Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
• Solid programming skills in Python and a strong foundation in mathematical modelling and data analysis.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools is a plus.
• Structured approach, driven personality, excellent communication and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Mathematical modelling of brewing kinetics.
• Adapting scientific models to fit JDE brewing systems.
• Data analysis and validation of models.
• Presenting findings to internal teams.
• Assisting with small-scale experiments.

Job description

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK is seeking a Science & Modelling Intern starting in September 2026 at their Utrecht headquarters. The role involves mathematical modeling of brewing processes and data analysis, providing an opportunity to work closely with experienced Food Research professionals. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant academic program and possess programming skills in Python. The position offers a monthly allowance of €525 and paid holidays, with a commitment of at least 5 months, ensuring an ideal balance between collaboration and independence.