R&D Global SARA Intern

Join us as a Scientific and Regulatory Affairs Intern at our international headquarters in Utrecht starting in March 2027. In this role you will focus on external nutrition related measures (such as sugar taxes marketing restrictions or front of pack nutrition labelling) with an emphasis on nutrient related requirements and Ultra Processed Foods (UPF). Your main objective will be to monitor the latest developments and trends in these areas assess emerging local regulatory requirements and translate findings into structured input for automated company databases policies and guidelines.

You will work closely with different stakeholders within R&D such as product solutions technology solutions regulatory and marketing teams.    

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in scientific and regulatory affairs and nutrition while supporting our commitment to quality and innovation in product development.  

Your key activities will be: 

• Conduct a literature review on best practices for internal company nutrition guidelines   

• Research and recommend the most suitable tool or automation approach to capture and manage local nutrition-related measures 

• Gather data and build the foundational data structure needed for the tool including relevant nutrition requirements portfolio assessment criteria and inputs for a simulator or calculator to check future adherence during product development 

• Support the development of standardised templates decision trees and risk assessment tools tailored to nutrition design processes and their governance 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company requirements  

• Support the creation of training materials and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to facilitate the global rollout and adoption of the standardised nutrition design guidelines programme 

Whats in it for you 

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

• Travel compensation if you dont have a free public transport card 

• Paid holidays for each internship term 

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

• Gain hands-on experience in scientific and regulatory affairs specifically regarding nutrition 

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that allow us to offer our consumers a healthy beverage 

• The chance to learn from Global R&D scientific and regulatory affairs professionals! 

Qualifications :

Working at JDE Peets is hands-on giving you the chance to leave your mark while working together as one team. Were a fast-paced company on a mission focused on what matters most. Our environment demands energy agility and bold thinking. If youre ready to make an impact and grow in a global team JDE Peets is the place for you. 

For this role as a Scientific and Regulatory Affairs Intern were looking for someone who has the following skills and experience: 

• Academic Program: You are enrolled in a BSc or MSc program for the entirety of the internship preferably in Food Sciences with affinity for data or in Data Science with an affinity for food and nutrition.  

• Skillset: You possess strong MS Office skills are data savvy 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 2027 until end of August 2027 

• 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 Peets 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 :

Your application at JDE Peets 
If you are interested in this career opportunity at JDE Peets apply and join us. Heres how to apply: 

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

• After applying well reach out within three weeks to let you know whats next. 

• During the application process youll be asked to do at least one interview at our Utrecht office. 

If you have questions dont hesitate to contact our Campus team at -- Were here to help! 

Our DE&I Statement 

At JDE Peets we aim to create a better future where we authentically serve reflect and embrace everyone. We believe in fostering a more diverse equitable and inclusive organisation where everyone feels comfortable to truly be who they are and unleash their full potential. This means we do not tolerate discrimination on the basis of our race ethnicity sex gender identity sexual orientation religion nationality age disability or any other trait protected by law. 

JDE Peets - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper is the worlds leading pure-play coffee company with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our Reignite the Amazing strategy we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peets LOR and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time