New Product Development Intern R&D

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 5,900 - 6,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly internship allowance €525

Travel compensation

Paid holidays

Job summary

JDE Peet's in Utrecht invites applications for an R&D New Product Development Intern starting in March 2027. The role includes executing a self-selected research project on coffee recipes and assisting with tastings, new recipe development and shelf-life analyses.

This full-time internship requires enrollment in a master’s program (Food Science/Chemistry/Technology), strong English skills and MS Office, with a five-month commitment and a hybrid work arrangement (four days in the office, one day

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a master’s program for the internship duration.
• Fluent English in speaking and writing.
• Some hands-on experience with food research is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead experiments in lab or pilot plant.
• Analyze data to identify trends and propose solutions.
• Develop SOPs and best practices for process improvements.
• Deliver presentations on findings and final project.

Skills

MS Office

English fluency

Teamwork

Education

Master's program

Tools

Laboratory work

Job description

Join us as R&D New Product Development Intern at our international headquarters in Utrecht, starting in March 2027. In this internship, you will execute your own research project related to recipe development in black coffee and/or milk-based coffee products and you will also assist the general activities of the team like organizing tastings, new recipe development as well as shelf-life analysis.

• Full-time
• Netherlands

Job Description

Your key activities will be:

• Experimentation and Optimization: Leading and conducting experiments in the laboratory or pilot plant.
• Data Analysis: Analysing data to identify trends and propose innovative solutions.
• Knowledge Capture: Contributing to knowledge sharing by developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and "best practices" for process technology improvement.
• Presentation: Delivering presentations on findings, outcomes, and final project presentations.

What's in it for you?

• A monthly internship allowance of €525 (full-time)
• Travel compensation if you don't have a free public transport card
• Paid holidays for each internship term
• The chance to learn from the best Food Research professionals out there!

Qualifications

Are you bursting with fresh ideas and a hunger for learning? We want you!

Here's what we're looking for:

• Academic Program: You are enrolled in a master’s program for the entirety of the internship, preferably in Food Science, Chemistry or Food technology
• Skillset: You possess strong MS Office skills and fluent proficiency in speaking and written English – Having some similar hands‑on experience with food research activities is always a benefit.
• Personal traits: You have a structured approach, a driven and energetic personality, excellent communication and people skills, and the ability to work both in a team and independently.
• Commitment: You are ready to dedicate at least 5 months to this internship, preferably from March 2027 to Augustus 2027.
• Availability: You can join the internship for 5 days per week, including four days in-office and one day remotely, ensuring an ideal balance between collaboration and independence.

As we hope to have piqued your interest, please ensure you also meet the eligibility criteria and academic requirements:

• Your internship should be included in your study curriculum and directly contribute to your academic results.
• Your educational institution is willing to sign a collaboration agreement with JDE Peet's and when joining our Research departments, also sign an NDA agreement for internships.
• You are either an EU(EEA) student residing in the Netherlands during the internship or a Non-EU(EEA) student enrolled and living in the Netherlands during the internship.

Company Description

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?

We believe amazing things happen over a cup of coffee. Together, we create those moments every day, turning ideas into impact and possibilities into reality. At JDE Peet’s, we work as one team guided by our values: we Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together. Here, you’ll find the freedom to innovate, the courage to take bold steps, and the support to grow your career in a global environment.