R&D Technology Solutions Intern

About the role

JDE Peet's, the world's leading pure-play coffee company, is hiring a Technology Solutions Intern at its international headquarters in Utrecht, starting in March 2027. The internship centres on a personal research project on new ingredients, coffee and process technologies, while also helping the team with general activities such as organizing tastings, supporting pilot plant trials and data analysis.

Key responsibilities

• Optimize existing coffee and ingredient processing methods through lab or pilot plant experiments
• Support the implementation of new technologies and equipment in the pilot line
• Analyse data to identify trends and propose innovative solutions
• Contribute to knowledge sharing by developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices for process technology improvement

Required profile

• Enrolled in a bachelor or master's programme throughout the internship, preferably in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• Internship included in the study curriculum and directly contributing to academic results
• Willingness to commit at least 5 months, preferably from March to August 2027
• Eligible as an EU/EEA student residing in the Netherlands or a non-EU/EEA student enrolled and living there
• Educational institution willing to sign a collaboration agreement and an NDA for research department internships

Required skills

• Strong MS Office skills
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Some hands-on experience with food research is a benefit

What we offer

• Monthly internship allowance of EUR 525 (full-time)
• Travel compensation if you do not have a free public transport card
• Paid holidays for each internship term
• The chance to learn from experienced R&D professionals

Applicants apply by uploading an English resume via LinkedIn or the career site; finalists are invited to a recruitment day on 21 May, with an online assessment and at least one interview at the Utrecht office.