R&D Global Capabilities & Life Sciences Intern

PepsiCo; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo invites interns to join our R&D teams in Plano, TX, supporting four pillars: Technical Insights, Digital Solutions, Compliance or Life Sciences. You’ll collaborate with product development, quality, ingredients, and nutrition teams to deliver solid data and innovative solutions.

This full-time internship seeks candidates enrolled in BS, MS, or PhD programs with a focus on analytical chemistry, data science, nutrition, or related fields.

Qualifications

• Must graduate within one year of internship completion.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Ability to translate business objectives into project goals.
• Experience or interest in laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing settings.
• Willingness to travel as part of the role.
• Currently authorized to work in the U.S. indefinitely.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D pillars: Technical Insights, Digital Solutions, Compliance and Life Sciences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights.
• Contribute to development of robust, fit-for-purpose applications.
• Assist in sensory, nutrition, and consumer science initiatives as needed.

Skills

Data science familiarity

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multitasking

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree

Tools

Data visualization

Job description

PepsiCo invites interns to join our R&D teams in Plano, TX, supporting four pillars: Technical Insights, Digital Solutions, Compliance or Life Sciences. You’ll collaborate with product development, quality, ingredients, and nutrition teams to deliver solid data and innovative solutions.

This full-time internship seeks candidates enrolled in BS, MS, or PhD programs with a focus on analytical chemistry, data science, nutrition, or related fields.