R&D Sensory & Consumer Science Intern

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 5,580 - 6,696; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly internship allowance of €525

Travel compensation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK is offering an R&D Sensory & Consumer Science Internship at their Utrecht headquarters, starting in September 2026. Interns will support research projects, analyze sensory studies, and gain insights into R&D processes. The role requires enrollment in a relevant academic program and provides a monthly allowance of €525 along with travel compensation. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about learning, possess strong MS Office skills, and excel in communication. A contribution to academic results is expected from this internship.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a BSc or MSc program for the entirety of the internship.
• Preferable background or understanding of Sensory and/or Consumer Science.
• Some hands-on experience with food research activities is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sensory & Consumer Science Team.
• Assist with designing sensory and/or consumer research studies.
• Report and present the results of research studies.

Skills

MS Office skills

Fluent English (spoken and written)

Strong communication skills

Teamwork and independence

Education

BSc or MSc in Food Science or Technology

Job description

Job Description

Join us as R&D Sensory & Consumer Science Intern at our international headquarters in Utrecht, starting in September 2026. In this internship, you will support the Sensory & Consumer Science Team as well as assist with designing sensory and/or consumer research studies using statistical techniques for data interpretation.

Your key activities will be:

• Working on a personal project to be confirmed within the first month of placement based on interest and current project work.
• Supporting the set-up and briefing of researches.
• Analysing sensory and/or consumer studies (using various statistical tools).
• Reporting and presenting the results.

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 Consumer Science and Intelligence team, where you'll gain valuable insights into the entire R&D process, in particular how JDE Peet’s uses sensory and consumer science to place the consumer at the heart of product development.

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 Sensory & Consumer Science 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 BSc or MSc program for the entirety of the internship, preferably in Food Science or Technology with a background or understanding of Sensory and/or consumer Science.
• 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 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, 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

Would you like to join an internship at a Coffee & Tea company that values your future success and prioritizes your passion for positive change? Check out this internship starting September 2026 at JDE Peet's.

Who we are?

We are JDE Peet’s.

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?

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.