R&D New Product Development Intern

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 5,000 - 6,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly internship allowance €525

Travel compensation

Paid holidays

Job summary

JDE Peet’s in Utrecht offers a New Product Development Intern position starting September 2026. You will run your own research project on recipe development in black coffee and milk-based products, and support the team with tastings, new recipe development, and shelf-life analysis.

You will lead experiments, analyze data, capture knowledge through SOPs, and present findings. The internship runs five months (Sept 2026–Feb 2027) with five days per week (four in-office, one remote).

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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 September 2026 to February 2027.
• Availability: You can join the internship for 5 days per week, including four days in-office and one day remotely.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

MS Office

Fluent English

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Master's program in Food Science, Chemistry or Food Technology

Job description

Join us as New Product Development Intern at our international headquarters inUtrecht, startinginSeptember2026. 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 alsoassistthe general activities of the team like organizing tastings,new recipe development as well as shelf-life analysis.

Your key activities will be:

Experimentation and Optimization:Leading and conducting experiments in the laboratory or pilot plant.

Data Analysis:Analysing data toidentifytrends 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'sin it for you?

A monthly internship allowance of €525 (full-time)

Travel compensation if youdon'thave 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'swhatwe'relooking 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:Youpossessstrong MS Office skills and fluentproficiencyin speaking and written English – Having some similar hands-on experience with foodresearch activitiesis 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 fromSeptember2026toFebruary 2027.

Availability:You can join the internship for 5 days per week, includingfourdays 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 ourResearchdepartments, 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) studentenrolled and living in the Netherlands during the internship.

Additional Information

Are you ready toUnleash Your Possibilitywithin JDE Peet's?

Our DE&I Statement

At JDE Peet’s we aim to create a better future where we authentically serve, reflect and embrace everyone. We believe in fostering a more diverse,equitableand inclusive organisation where everyone feels comfortable to truly be who they are and unleash their full potential. This means we do not tolerate discriminationon the basis ofour race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age, disability, or any other trait protected by law.

Throughout the entire employee lifecycle, we place DE&I at the core of our people processes. This enables us to drive objectivity andeliminateany potential bias, ensuring an inclusive experience in the workplace. Do not hesitate to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

Company Description

Would you like to join an internship at a Coffee & Tea company thatvalues your future success and prioritizes your passion for positive change?
Check out this internship startingSeptember2026andUnleash Your Possibilityat JDE Peet's!

Who we are?

We are JDE Peet’s. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.

JDE Peet’s - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs. In 2025, JDE Peet’s generated total sales of EUR 9.9 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees. Discover more about our journey to deliver a coffee for every cup and a brand for every heart atwww.jdepeets.com .

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.