Summer 2027 Intern - Appliance Engineering (Burlington, MA)

Keurig Dr Pepper; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking a Summer 2027 Intern - Appliance Engineering in Burlington, MA to contribute to developing and improving Keurig appliances, including future Alta and K-rounds concepts. This is a 40-hour/week, in-person internship during June–August 2027.

You'll work on rapid learning cycles, NPD, and cross-functional projects, with mentor support and leadership presentations. Ideal candidates are undergraduates in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science with strong

Qualifications

• Undergraduate enrolled in a full-time engineering or CS program at an accredited college or university.
• Availability to work 40 hours per week in person.
• Strong organization, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication skills including written and verbal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Learn about Rapid Learning Cycles, NPD and designing solutions to satisfy consumer needs.
• Lead a new design or improvement initiative and present results to leadership.
• Use project management, guided experimentation and knowledge management tools to plan and capture learnings.
• Gain exposure to a global supply chain including electromechanical components, plastics and electronics.
• Engage in cross-functional teamwork and partner on innovative projects.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Design thinking

Education

Undergraduate in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Summer 2027 Intern – Appliance Engineering

Job Overview: Summer 2027 Intern - Appliance Engineering As a Summer 2027 Intern - Appliance Engineering in Burlington, MA at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will be part of an exciting and fast‑paced company, whose goal is to satisfy every customer's beverage need, anytime, anywhere! You will have real responsibilities and lead projects that contribute to the overall growth and success of this leading beverage company. With a wide range of both hot and cold beverage offerings, you'll have the unique opportunity to develop and improve our Keurig appliances, including our future Keurig Alta and K-rounds ecosystem. This position is aligned to our Coffee Operating Unit.

Location and Schedule

Shift/Schedule: The KDP 2027 Summer Intern Program will run from June 7th - August 13th, 2027

Location: Burlington, MA

Full‑time; 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm In‑person

Intern Responsibilities

• Learn about Rapid Learning Cycles, New Product Development (NPD) and designing solutions to satisfy consumer needs.
• Lead a new design or improvement initiative tailored to your experience and interests, then present results to leadership.
• Utilize project management, guided experimentation (design of experiments) and knowledge management tools to plan your project, develop and capture learnings.
• Get exposure to a global supply chain including electromechanical components, plastics, electronics, and multi‑region contract manufacturing.
• Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment.

Intern Program Elements

• Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast paced, cross functional team environment.
• Receive mentor support for your professional development.
• Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders.
• Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting.
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business.

Total Rewards

$31/ hour Paid bi‑weekly

$2,500 sign‑on bonus, paid within first 30 days of employment

Requirements

• Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full‑time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another related field.
• Available to work 40 hours per week (M‑F, 8am-5pm).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally, be independently driven, and adapt to changes.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Please Note

You must be work authorized in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F‑1 (student) visa holders who require sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full‑time basis. We incorporate HireVue, an automated interview tool, into our campus recruitment process.

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott's®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet's, L'OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet. We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that's proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

A.I. Disclosure

KDP uses artificial intelligence to assist with initial resume screening and candidate matching. This technology helps us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications align with our open roles. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions throughout the hiring process are made by talent acquisition team members.