Summer 2027 Intern - Product Development (R&D)

Keurig Dr Pepper•Frisco, TX

6d•$31•Onsite

About The Position

As a Product Development Intern in the Frisco, TX Research & Development (R&D) facility at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will lead an experimental research project while working with a cross functional team. This project will impact all Cold Beverage KDP brands and provide an opportunity to develop critical, in-depth knowledge of how the beverage industry develops and commercializes new products. The Summer Intern will also be responsible for formally presenting research findings to a broad leadership team at the conclusion of the summer. This role is aligned to the Beverage Operating Unit.

Requirements

Must be an undergraduate currently enrolled in a full-time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in food science, chemical 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 a self-starter
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Conduct bench-top experiments, formula calculations, and develop prototypes
Maintain accurate and detailed record of laboratory work
Interpret test results, write technical reports and effectively communicate information within the organization
Use Excel & formulation software to document lab work and formulas
Work effectively with various functions of R&D (Sensory, Ingredients, Nutrition, Regulatory, Flavor Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, and Technical Services)
Multi-task to achieve desired results
Completing a project from start to finish and presenting it and your takeaways to your team, department vice president and other KDP stakeholders