Summer 2027 Intern - Warehouse Operations Management (Avenel, NJ)

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signed-on bonus

Paid bi-weekly

In-person internship

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is offering a Summer 2027 Internship in Warehouse Operations Management at our Avenel, NJ facility.

The program includes hands-on training in the first weeks and project work in weeks 4-10, with mentorship and a potential return to our Early Career Leadership Development Program. Candidates must be enrolled as full-time undergraduates, with a junior-year standing and a graduation date of Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student, junior year, with expected graduation in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Major areas: Engineering, Food Science, Operations/Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Organizational Leadership & Supervision, or Business Management.

Responsibilities

• Experience various assignments in Warehouse Operations, Fleet, Transportation & Sales.
• Lead projects and people to gain hands-on experience in Supply Chain and Sales Operations.
• Work with experienced professionals and a mentor to support career growth and development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with different departments to explore career opportunities in Operations.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Mobility

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Undergraduate student (junior year)

Expected graduation Fall 2027 or Spring 2028

Engineering / Food Science / Operations/Supply Chain / Organizational Leadership / Business Management or related field

Tools

HireVue

Job description

Job Overview

As a Summer 2027 Intern – Warehouse Operations Management in Avenel, NJ at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will be assigned a project that is focused on any of the following areas of business: Inventory Analysis, Layout & Space Utilization, Order Picking Efficiency, Technology Integration, or Process Controls. Weeks 1-3 will be hands on training within warehouse and 4-10 will be dedicated project work. You will be assigned a manager, mentor and will work projects with another peer intern. As a Warehouse Operations Management intern, you will be considered to be invited back to participate in our Early Career Leadership Development Program. This role is aligned to the Beverage Operating Unit.

Shift/Schedule

• The KDP 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from June 7 – August 13, 2027
• Full-time; 40 hours per week
• Monday-Friday
• 8:00am until 5:00pm
• In-person in our Avenel, NJ facility

Responsibilities

• Experience various assignments in Warehouse Operations, Fleet, Transportation & Sales
• Gain hands on experience to learn various aspects of Supply Chain and Sales Operations by leading projects and people
• Work closely with experience professionals who will guide and mentor you throughout the internship, facilitating career growth and development within your field of interest
• Cross Functional Exposure: work closely with different departments within the organization to gain a better understanding of all the career opportunities to help narrow their focus for a future career in Operations

Elements of the KDP Intern Program

• Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a challenging, cross functional team environment
• Participating in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders
• Receiving professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting
• Partnering with a mentor to enhance your knowledge of other parts of the business and build your network
• Completing a project from start to finish and presenting it and your takeaways to your team, department vice president and other KDP stakeholders

Total Rewards

• $28.00/hour
• Paid bi-weekly
• $2,500 Sign-on Bonus, paid within 30 days of employment

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at an accredited college or university, in their junior year, with an expected graduation date in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028. Eligible majors include Engineering, Food Science, Operations/Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Organizational Leadership & Supervision, or Business Management or another related field
• Available to work 40 hours per week (M-F, 8am-5pm)
• Geographic mobility is highly preferred
• 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 a self‑starter
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Consumer packaged goods or beverage experience a plus
• Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and project management skills
• Ability to multi-task in a cross functional environment

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 employer 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. Please visit this link to learn more about HireVue and how to prepare. We recommend checking with your campus career center for additional preparation resources such as InterviewStream, Big Interview and more.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

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