R&D Forensics Intern 2027

Job Description:

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic R&D Intern to join our Analytical Research team. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a laboratory-based R&D environment, supporting product development, manufacturing, and quality initiatives across beverage, concentrate, and ingredient projects.
Responsibilities

What You'll Do

* Work independently or in a team environment to aid with cross-functional and diverse projects in areas such as:
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* Technical support for manufacturing
* Laboratory analytical testing
* Laboratory & quality documentation
* Assist with beverage /concentrate / ingredient related project lab analysis. These duties include:
*
* Ensure all instrumentation used in the testing is calibrated as per calibration protocols
* Maintain good lab practice to a high level
* Manage documentation requirements to support these activities. These duties include:
*
* Maintain accurate records and documentation
* Support the day to day activities for the R&D Analytical team
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships across R&D and non-R&D functions as necessary to support business initiatives
* Adherence to PepsiCo Health and Safety standards and requirements
Qualifications

Essential Criteria

* Undertaking BSc in Food Science / Chemistry / Forensic Science
* Strong IT/systems aptitude
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to integrate well within a team environment
* Results orientated and commitment to achieving objectives
* Be a proactive self-starter and be able to work independently as well as being flexible

What You'll Do

* Work independently or in a team environment to aid with cross-functional and diverse projects in areas such as:
*
* Technical support for manufacturing
* Laboratory analytical testing
* Laboratory & quality documentation
* Assist with beverage /concentrate / ingredient related project lab analysis. These duties include:
*
* Ensure all instrumentation used in the testing is calibrated as per calibration protocols
* Maintain good lab practice to a high level
* Manage documentation requirements to support these activities. These duties include:
*
* Maintain accurate records and documentation
* Support the day to day activities for the R&D Analytical team
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships across R&D and non-R&D functions as necessary to support business initiatives
* Adherence to PepsiCo Health and Safety standards and requirements

Candidate Requirements:

Essential Criteria

* Undertaking BSc in Food Science / Chemistry / Forensic Science
* Strong IT/systems aptitude
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to integrate well within a team environment
* Results orientated and commitment to achieving objectives
* Be a proactive self-starter and be able to work independently as well as being flexible