R&D Food Compliance Intern

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 5,000 - 6,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly internship allowance €525

Travel compensation

Paid holidays

Two weeks remote work in Europe (EEA)

Job summary

JDE Peet's in Utrecht is offering an R&D Food Compliance Intern position starting March 2026. You will support the Food Compliance team with knowledge management and ensure compliance of products for relevant markets.

You will conduct research on regulatory frameworks, organize information for stakeholders, and contribute to digitalisation efforts using AI tools. The role includes product compliance and labeling review, with mentored learning in regulatory functions.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in MSc program for the internship duration.
• Strong MS Office skills and proficiency with AI tools.
• Fluent in speaking and writing English.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge management system research and evaluation.
• Data gathering and organization of regulatory information.
• Digitalisation and AI solutions to disseminate information internally.
• Review product specifications for recipe and finish product compliance.
• Review copy and artwork for compliant labeling.

Skills

MS Office

AI tools

English fluency

Education

MSc in Food Science/related fields

Job description

Join us as R&D Food Compliance Intern at our international headquarters in Utrecht, starting in March 2026. In this internship, you will support the Food Compliance team with knowledge management and assist in ensuring the compliance of JDE products for relevant markets.

Your key activities will be:

• Knowledge management system: Conduct research and evaluation of the knowledge management system at JDE Peet’s to evaluate the suitability of the system for Food compliance as well as suggesting areas of improvements.
• Data Gathering & Organization: Research existing regulatory frameworks to extract relevant information and summarize it in a user-friendly format, enhancing the user experience based on their functions and usage.
• Digitalisation & AI solutions to disseminate information internally and to stakeholders.
• Product compliance: Review specifications to ensure recipe and finish product compliance.
• Labelling: Review copy and artwork to ensure compliant artworks enter the market

Supported by a commendable 4.5 Glassdoor rating and 94% intern recommendation score, we pledge to provide you with a unique learning journey as part of our R&D Food Compliance team, where you'll gain valuable insights into regulatory function expertise, as well you will improve your entrepreneurship and communication skills.

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
• Two weeks of remote working anywhere in Europe (EEA)
• The chance to learn from the best Food Compliance 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 MSc program for the entirety of the internship, preferably in Food Law, Quality, Food safety, Nutrition or Food Science.
• Skillset: You possess strong MS Office skills and proficient with Artificial intelligence tools. Fluent proficiency in speaking and written English
• 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 2nd March until end of August 2026.
• Availability: You can join the internship for 5 days per week, including four days in-office and one 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.

Additional Information

Are you ready to Unleash Your Possibility within JDE Peet's?

At JDE Peet's (before: JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS), we're not just about Coffee or Tea; we're all about the moments and connections they spark. With a history spanning 270 years, we've been shaping the daily rituals of people worldwide, driven by our dedication to quality products and sustainability.

We are action-driven and deliver our commitments. This means the freedom to challenge the status quo and to look for different perspectives. Our teams work by four fundamental values: We are progressive in outlook, ambitious in nature, resourceful in action and decisive in approach. These values paint the best picture of the kind of fast-moving culture you'll join at JDE Peet's.