Flavor Science Intern (R&D) 2027

Internship Overview

PepsiCo requires an intern for 6 months to support the R&D Foods team in Cork. The role involves supporting the following activities:

• Liquid and powder ingredient concentrate and application issue resolution, including bench-top preparation, scale-ups and stability testing for the sweet and savoury portfolio of products
• Analytical testing to support the foods forensics and brand stewardship team on issue resolution
• Laboratory analysis of sweet and savoury finished products and their application in project work
• Supporting a global seasoning project through routine powder testing and new instrument method development

Responsibilities

• Maintain good laboratory practice to a high standard and keep accurate records
• Prepare digital reports, interpret data and relay results in a timely manner
• Contribute to safety and risk assessments
• Ensure compliance with EHS guidelines

Who We Are

• The concentrate team in PepsiCo (PGCS), working across the Beverage, Nutrition and Snacks categories to deliver concentrate for many of PepsiCo’s mega brands, including Gatorade, 7Up and Pepsi.
• At the heart of PepsiCo products, sourcing ingredients to manufacture more than 1,200 recipes for its brands.
• A global organisation with locations across several countries, offering careers in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Finance, R&D, HR and IT.

Qualifications

• Undertaking a BSc in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition or a related discipline
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent people skills and a team-player attitude
• Self-starter, self-sufficient and eager to learn
• Interest in food and the food industry