R&D Food Safety Intern

Job Description

Join us as R&D Food Safety intern at our international headquarters in Utrecht starting in September 2026.

In this internship, you will support the global standardization and digitalization of our HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) program across the JDE facility network. This project aims to harmonize HACCP process and leverage digital tools to enhance compliance and efficiency.

You will work closely with central and factory quality teams to assess current HACCP practices, identify gaps, and contribute to the development of a globally aligned and digitally enabled HACCP framework.

Your key activities will be:

1. Conduct a literature review on HACCP best practices, with a focus on biological, physical, and chemical hazard controls.
2. Support the development of standardized HACCP templates, decision trees, and risk assessment tools.
3. Contribute to the digitalization strategy by evaluating digital platforms and tools for HACCP documentation, monitoring, and reporting.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company requirements and certification standards.
5. Support the creation of training materials and SOPs to facilitate global rollout and adoption of the standardized digital HACCP program.

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 R&D Food Quality and food safety 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 Food Safety intern, we’re 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 Technology/Science/Quality/Food Safety/Toxicology or related subjects.
• Skillset: You possess strong MS Office skills 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 September 2026 until February 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.

• 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.

Company Description

Would you like to join an internship at a Coffee & Tea company that values your future success and prioritizes your passion for positive change?

Check out this internship starting September 2026 and Unleash Your Possibility at JDE Peet's!

Who we are?

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

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!