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Job Overview:

Summer 2026 Intern – Beverage Product Research & Development – Frisco, TX

As a **Beverage Product Research & Development Intern** in **Frisco, TX** at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will lead an experimental research project while working with a cross functional team. This project will impact all Cold Beverage KDP brands and provide an opportunity to develop critical, in-depth knowledge of how the beverage industry develops and commercializes new prototypes. The Summer Intern will also be responsible for formally presenting research findings to a broad leadership team at the conclusion of the summer.

Shift/Schedule:

+ The KDP 2026 Summer Internship Program will run from June 1 – August 7, 2026

+ Full-time; 40 hours per week

+ Monday-Friday

+ 8:00am until 5:00pm

+ In-Person

As a Beverage Product R&D Intern you will:

+ Conduct bench-top experiments, formula calculations, and develop prototypes

+ Maintain accurate and detailed record of laboratory work

+ Interpret test results, write technical reports and effectively communicate information within the organization

+ Use Excel & formulation software to document lab work and formulas

+ Work effectively with various functions of R&D (Sensory, Ingredients, Nutrition, Regulatory, Flavor Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, and Technical Services)

+ Multi-task to achieve desired results

Elements of the KDP Internship Program include:

+ Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a challenging, cross functional team environment

+ Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organization leaders

+ Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting

+ Be paired with a mentor to enhance your knowledge of other parts of the business and build your network

+ Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department vice president and other KDP stakeholders

Total Rewards:

+ $31.00/hour

+ Paid bi-weekly

+ $2,500 Sign-on Bonus, paid within first 30 days of employment

Requirements:

+ Must be an undergraduate currently enrolled in a full-time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in food science, chemical engineering, or another related field

+ Available to work 40 hours per week (M-F, 8am-5pm)

+ Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines

+ Strong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities

+ Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and a self-starter

+ Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

**Please note:** This position is limited to persons with permanent right to work in the United States.

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Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.