R&D Forensics Intern 2027

Overview

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: 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

Responsibilities

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

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