Summer 2027 Intern - Human Resources

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid bi-weekly

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. in Burlington, MA offers a Human Resources Summer 2027 Intern role to gain hands‑on experience across Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnership, Talent & Culture, and Compensation & Benefits throughout the employee lifecycle.

This hybrid internship runs June 7–August 13, 2027, full‑time (40 hours/week) and includes $28 per hour, bi‑weekly pay, and a $2,500 sign‑on bonus. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional partners and support HR projects while handling

Qualifications

• Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full‑time program in HR, Business, Psychology, Communications, or related field.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail‑oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Able to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Support HR programs across Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnership, Talent & Culture, and Compensation & Benefits.
• Assist with recruiting, pre‑boarding, onboarding, and lifecycle activities.
• Coordinate communications with candidates, employees, managers, vendors, and partners.
• Support employee engagement, learning, culture‑building activities, and HR events.
• Prepare presentations, reports, training materials, and process documentation.
• Maintain employee and recruiting data and assist with reporting and analysis.
• Participate in HR projects and process improvements.
• Provide administrative support with discretion.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate student (HR, Business, Psychology, Communications, Organizational Development)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Summer 2027 Intern - Human Resources

The Human Resources Summer 2027 Intern at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) in

Job Overview

The Human Resources Summer 2027 Intern at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) in Burlington, MA will gain hands‑on experience across multiple HR disciplines, supporting initiatives that enhance the employee and candidate experience throughout the employee lifecycle. This internship provides exposure to core HR functions including Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Business Partnership, Talent & Culture, and Compensation & Benefits, while contributing to projects, programs, and day‑to‑day HR operations.

This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.

Schedule

• The KDP Summer 2027 Intern Program runs from June 7th - August 13th, 2027
• Location: Burlington, MA
• Full-time; 40 hours per week
• Monday-Friday
• 8:00am until 5:00pm
• Hybrid

As a Human Resources Intern, you will

• Support a variety of Human Resources programs and initiatives across Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnership, Talent & Culture, and Compensation & Benefits.
• Assist with recruiting, pre‑boarding, onboarding, and employee lifecycle activities to ensure a positive candidate and employee experience.
• Coordinate communications with candidates, employees, managers, vendors, and cross‑functional business partners.
• Support employee engagement, learning and development, culture‑building activities, and HR events.
• Prepare presentations, reports, communications, training materials, and process documentation to support HR initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee and recruiting data within HR systems and assist with reporting and analysis.
• Participate in HR projects and process improvement efforts that support organizational and business objectives.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team while handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources, including Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnership, Talent & Culture, and Compensation & Benefits.
• Experience working with HR systems, processes, and cross‑functional business teams.
• Opportunities to contribute to projects that impact both employee and candidate experiences.
• Professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities within a dynamic HR organization.
• A deeper understanding of how HR supports organizational success and employee growth.

Elements of the KDP 2027 Intern Program include

• 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

• $28/hr
• 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 Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Communications, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

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. Will you join us?

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.

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