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Product Development 12 month Internship Opportunity

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    Product

Requirements

  • A student currently in the second year of university studies, where the course includes the option of completing a sandwich placement during the third year, following a path to a degree-level qualification in Food Science, Chemistry, or closely related disciplines
  • Interest in product formulation is essential
  • Interest in process scale-up from laboratory to factory is essential
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills, strong relationship-building, and written/verbal communication skills are essential
  • Accomplished IT Skills using the Microsoft suite of programs
  • Availability for 4-5 days per week in the lab/office in Hemel Hempstead

Responsibilities

  • Hands-on liquid development in our lab based in Hemel Hempstead
  • Scale-up in our GB factories, testing new products & ingredients, including the use of our pilot plant facility
  • Support project management from concept through to launch and aligning with key project stakeholders
  • Work cross-functionally with product insights, analytical, procurement, etc.
  • Other activities will include arranging product testing programs, administration, submitting samples for laboratory analysis, writing up results, and reporting back to key members of the project teams

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship opportunity?

The internship is a 12-month opportunity.

What location is the internship based in?

The internship is based in Hemel Hempstead, GB, HP2 4TZ.

What type of students is this internship targeted towards?

This internship is targeted towards undergraduate (BSc) students currently in their second year of university studies in Food Science, Chemistry, or closely related disciplines.

What are the working hours for the internship?

The internship requires availability for 4-5 days per week in the lab/office in Hemel Hempstead.

What key responsibilities will interns have?

Interns will have responsibilities that include hands-on liquid development, scale-up testing in factories, support in project management, work cross-functionally, and administrative tasks related to product testing and reporting.

When is the application deadline?

The application deadline is Wednesday, 20 November 2024.

When will the assessment centre be held?

The assessment centre will be held on Tuesday, 10 December 2024.

What is the anticipated start date for the internship?

The anticipated start date for the internship is 23 June 2025.

Is prior experience required to apply for the internship?

Prior experience is not explicitly required, but an interest in product formulation and process scale-up is essential.

Are there any specific IT skills needed for the internship?

Yes, accomplished IT skills using the Microsoft suite of programs are essential.

Will interns have the opportunity to work on various projects?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, from new product development to value engineering.

Enjoying life’s everyday moments.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1938
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Britvic, we strive to be the most dynamic soft drinks company, creating a better tomorrow. We exist to help people enjoy life’s everyday moments.In each of our markets, we own leading brands that consumers love, including household names such as Robinsons, MiWadi, Teisseire and Maguary.In Great Britain and Ireland, we have an exclusive licence with PepsiCo to make and sell Pepsi MAX, 7UP, Rockstar Energy and Lipton Ice Tea. Our portfolio will refresh you wherever you are: in your home, going out or on the go.Acquiring two great Brazilian companies, Ebba in 2015 and Bela Ischia in 2017, Britvic has developed fruit favourites such as Maguary, Dafruta and Bela Ischia into strong national presences known for innovation.Beyond Great Britain and Brazil, we’re established in Ireland and France – manufacturing local, iconic brands steeped in heritage that date back hundreds of years. Beyond that, we continue to identify opportunities in countries far and wide to promote and deliver Britvic’s brands to new markets.

Culture & Values

  • We care

    We care deeply about our brands, our role in society and our impact on the planet. But above all, it’s the happiness and health of our people that always comes first.

  • We’re courageous

    We’re free to dream big, act bravely and lead with heart to deliver breakthrough outcomes

  • Own it

    Our integrity – how we work, show up and take accountability – matters. We do the right thing, for the right reasons, in the right way. We say what we mean, and we do what we say.

  • Act with pace

    We cut through complexity, responding to opportunities or challenges with agility and pace. We listen to understand, identify solutions and are trusted to deliver.

  • Stronger together

    We are open, collaborative and inclusive, respecting and learning from each other’s unique contributions, while celebrating our collective success.

Benefits

  • Bonus

  • Life assurance

  • Private healthcare

  • Free advice, counselling and support

  • Pension

  • Option to buy Britvic shares - matched by Britvic

  • Personalised benefits

  • Discounts at a range of restaurants and retailers

  • Access to the Britvic staff shop

  • Volunteering and drinks donations

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