R&D Food Compliance Intern

Company Description

Who we are? 

We are JDE Peet’s. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.   

JDE Peet’s - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s 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: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs. In 2025, JDE Peet’s generated total sales of EUR 9.9 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees. Discover more about our journey to deliver a coffee for every cup and a brand for every heart at www.jdepeets.com. 

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s? 

We believe amazing things happen over a cup of coffee. Together, we create those moments every day, turning ideas into impact and possibilities into reality. At JDE Peet’s, we work as one team guided by our values: we Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together. Here, you’ll find the freedom to innovate, the courage to take bold steps, and the support to grow your career in a global environment. 

Come join our team and discover what your cup of amazing can be!  

Find out more at http://careers.jdepeets.com  

Job Description

Join us as R&D Food Compliance Intern at our international headquarters in Utrecht, starting on 1st March 2027. In this internship, you will support the European Regulatory Affairs team in developing a structured approach to managing non-regulated claims and their supporting evidence. Your work will help ensure that product and packaging communications comply with the principles of EU Regulation 1169/2011, particularly the requirement not to mislead consumers.

Your key activities will be: 

1. Gather and organise data: collaborate with regulatory specialists and other stakeholders to identify the product and packaging claims currently used across our portfolio, together with their supporting substantiation. Consolidate this information into a structured repository that enables claims to be reused efficiently, including any conditions or limitations for their use. 
2. Develop a claims governance framework: help design a consistent process for the review, assessment and approval of non-regulated claims. Create practical guidance and supporting documentation to ensure a harmonised approach across teams. 
3. Support day-to-day regulatory activities: assist the team with product compliance assessments, ingredient declaration reviews, and packaging and labelling evaluations to ensure compliance with applicable legislation. 

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 Compliance professionals out there! 

Qualifications

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

For this role as a R&D Food Compliance Intern, we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience: 

• Academic Program: You are enrolled in a MSc program for the entirety of the internship, preferably in Food Law, Quality, Food safety, Nutrition or Food Science. 
• Skillset: You possess strong MS Office skills and proficient with Artificial intelligence tools. Fluent proficiency in speaking and written English 
• 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 to 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 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

Your application at JDE Peet's 
If you are interested in this career opportunity at JDE Peet's, apply and join us. 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 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! 

Our DE&I Statement 

At JDE Peet’s 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. 

Throughout the entire employee lifecycle, we place DE&I at the core of our people processes. This enables us to drive objectivity and eliminate any potential bias, ensuring an inclusive experience in the workplace. Do not hesitate to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.  

Our efforts on this agenda have earned us the prestigious Catalyst Award, as well as the Fair Pay Leader Certification in 2025 thanks to an unexplained gender pay gap of 0.52%. 

#unleashyourpossibility #acupofamazing 

JDE Peet’s - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s 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: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs.