R&D New Product Development Intern

4 weken geleden


Utrecht, Nederland JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS Voltijd
Job Description

Join us as New Product Development Intern at our international headquarters in Utrecht, starting in March 2025. In this internship, you will execute your own research project related to recipe development in black coffee and/or milk-based coffee products and you will also assist the general activities of the team like organizing tastings new recipe development as well as shelf-life analysis.  

Your key activities will be: 

  • Experimentation and Optimization: Leading and conducting experiments in the laboratory or pilot plant. 

  • Data Analysis: Analyzing data to identify trends and propose innovative solutions. 

  • Knowledge Capture: Contributing to knowledge sharing by developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and "best practices" for process technology improvement. 

  • Presentation: Delivering presentations on findings, outcomes, and final project presentations. 

Supported by a commendable 4.5 Glassdoor rating and 94% intern recommendation score, we pledge to provide you with a unique learning journey as part of our Global R&D team, where you'll gain valuable insights into creating potential solutions to a given technical product challenges and conducting research in a complex working environment    

What's in it for you? 

  • A monthly internship allowance of €525 (full-time) 

  • Travel compensation if you don't have a free public transport card 

  • Paid holidays for each internship term 

  • Two weeks of remote working anywhere in Europe (EEA) 

  • The chance to learn from the best Food Research professionals out there 


Qualifications

Are you bursting with fresh ideas and a hunger for learning? We want you  

Here's what we're looking for: 

  • Academic Program: You are enrolled in a master’s program for the entirety of the internship, preferably in Food Science, Chemistry or Food technology 

  • Skillset: You possess strong MS Office skills and fluent proficiency in speaking and written English – Having some similar hands-on experience with food research activities is always a benefit. 

  • Personal traits: You have a structured approach, a driven and energetic personality, excellent communication and people skills, and the ability to work both in a team and independently. 

  • Commitment: You are ready to dedicate at least 5 months to this internship, preferably from March 2025 to August 2025. 

  • Availability: You can join the internship for 5 days per week, including three days in-office and one or two days remotely, ensuring an ideal balance between collaboration and independence. 

As we hope to have piqued your interest, please ensure you also meet the eligibility criteria and academic requirements:  

  • Your internship should be included in your study curriculum and directly contribute to your academic results. 

  • Your educational institution is willing to sign a collaboration agreement with JDE Peet's and when joining our Research departments, also sign an NDA agreement for internships. 

  • You are either an EU(EEA) student residing in the Netherlands during the internship or a Non-EU(EEA) student enrolled and living in the Netherlands during the internship. 



Additional Information

Are you ready to Unleash Your Possibility within JDE Peet's?  

Here's how to apply: 

  • Upload your resume (in English) using our LinkedIn or career site application form 

  • After applying, we'll reach out within three weeks to let you know what's next. 

  • During the application process, you'll be asked to do an online assessment and at least one interview at our Utrecht office. 

If you have questions, don't hesitate to contact our Campus team at IHQinternships@jdecoffee.com -- We're here to help 



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