Global Front End Innovation Intern

Company Description

We, at JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS (JDE – Peet’s) are inspired by believes that anything can happen over a cup of coffee or tea. Fueled by our purpose to create a better future, we are taking the world of coffee and tea by storm. Making it our mission to keep improving ourselves and the world around us.  

Our roots are deeply embedded in the coffee and tea industry, dating back as far as 1753. Worldwide we are touching the lives of millions of people – from earth to bean and from bean to cup. All through some of world’s leading household names.  Together, we are on a journey to secure a future for coffee and tea. With sustainability constantly evolving we take a dynamic approach to make a real impact across our value chain, focusing on responsible sourcing, minimizing our footprint and connecting people from all walks of life.  

Job Description

To start with, the position of Front End Innovation sits comfortably within the Research and Development department. An incredible diverse team that helps each other learn, grow and develop. Just how we like it! And as a Front end Innovation intern you will be asked to support in the set-up and execution of different innovation workshops both with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. For this, we don’t just need you to be a knowledgeable professional but also strongly rely on your interpersonal skills as well as your drive for success. Know that you’ll have a crucial role in creating and protecting the impact we look for in our value chain. With this said we like you to take responsibility over the following tasks: 

• Work on a personal project to be confirmed within the first 3 months of placement based on interest and current project work. 

• Support in different innovation workshops (e.g. innovation showcases) 

• Bring the outside world in: scout, research and analyze consumer & market trends, keeping technological relevance of projects in mind.  

• Investigate improved methods around innovation processes and technology or competitor scouting   

• Reporting, summarizing meetings, and presenting of findings and tasks.

Qualifications

We are looking for a pioneer with a drive for excellence. Someone that holds themselves accountable and doesn’t shy away from responsibility. Given the nature of the role we feel it’s important for you to have a willingness to learn as well as a solid understanding of your own added value. We thrive in diverse teams and look for people that appreciate that as much as we do. We can give you a list of “must haves”, however that’s not how we view your candidacy. But to give you a bit of guidance as to what we feel is needed in this role, we’ll share our “nice to have” list with you: 

• Master students looking for a 6 months internship at our Utrecht Research and Development Center. 

• Background in Innovation management, Consumer Science and/or some marketing experience. A more technical background like Food Science or Sensory is also acceptable, if you have a passionate drive for innovation.  

• Good Autonomous and communication skills.  

• Fluent in English (Spoken and Written). 

• Interest and inquisitive in consumer centricity, marketing angles and consumer trends.  

• Good organizational skills (organizing, reporting, etc.) 

You will be able to independently research, plan and execute various innovation workshops and activities. Being organized, timely and paying attention to detail for events execution. You will be able to provide reports/presentations and periodically communicate key findings to stakeholders. You will be a part of one of the teams within R&D, but also have the opportunity to interact with your peers in other departments within and outside of R&D. In addition, at busy times, you may be expected to support other ongoing project activities outside of your immediate team and do some tasks to support the immediate team.  

Additional Information

31/10/2023 – Deadline for applications 

7/11/2023 – If positive outcome, you will receive an online SHL assessment 

09/11/2023 – End of day due date online assessment 

28/11/2023 – Video interviews with hiring managers – PLEASE SAVE THE DATE! 

01/12/2023: If positive - contract stage 

March 2024: Start of internship 

After receiving your application we will do our utmost to give you quick feedback. Part of the recruitment procedure at JDE will be an online assessment, followed by interviews.  

The future of work is hybrid, with both office and home playing an important role. At JDE, we value meeting colleagues in the office to unleash the possibilities of coffee and tea together and we enjoy our focus time when working from home. Join us and you will experien