Beverage R&D Intern: Lab Prototyping & Analysis

The Coca-Cola Company; Fatih; On-site; TRY 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in Istanbul is seeking an R&D intern to assist beverage development and reformulation in the Juice category, working within the satellite lab for Europe, Eurasia, Middle East and Africa. You will support prototype development, laboratory analyses, and data management while collaborating with a multicultural team.

This role requires at least one year remaining in studies, English fluency, and a passion for the beverage industry; office-based with at least 3 days on site per

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master student in Food Technology or related field, with at least 1 year remaining.
• Knowledge of lab activities and analytical instruments (pH, acidity, brix).
• Willing to come to the Istanbul office at least 3 days a week; English fluency.
• Creative, disciplined and able to work autonomously in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage lab operations: stock replenishment, sample shipment coordination, equipment maintenance planning.
• Support prototype development at lab scale.
• Conduct laboratory analyses of ingredients and beverages.
• Measure analytical properties of prototypes.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and safety compliance; maintain a clean workspace.
• Fill internal databases for stability tracking and project management.
• Conduct literature research and document findings; monitor competition and trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Autonomous work

Education

Bachelor or Master student in Food Technology/Food Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Data management

Job description

The Coca-Cola Company in Istanbul is seeking an R&D intern to assist beverage development and reformulation in the Juice category, working within the satellite lab for Europe, Eurasia, Middle East and Africa. You will support prototype development, laboratory analyses, and data management while collaborating with a multicultural team.

This role requires at least one year remaining in studies, English fluency, and a passion for the beverage industry; office-based with at least 3 days on site per