Summer 2027 Intern - Human Resources

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) in Burlington, MA is offering a Human Resources Summer 2027 Internship that provides hands-on experience across multiple HR disciplines, supporting initiatives to enhance the employee and candidate experience throughout the employee lifecycle. This role is aligned with the Coffee Operating Unit.

About the Role

As a Human Resources Intern, you will gain exposure to core HR functions including Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Business Partnership, Talent & Culture, and Compensation & Benefits. You will contribute to projects, programs, and day-to-day HR operations while supporting a variety of HR initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of Human Resources programs and initiatives across Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnership, Talent & Culture, and Compensation & Benefits.
• Assist with recruiting, pre-boarding, onboarding, and employee lifecycle activities to ensure a positive candidate and employee experience.
• Coordinate communications with candidates, employees, managers, vendors, and cross-functional business partners.
• Support employee engagement, learning and development, culture-building activities, and HR events.
• Prepare presentations, reports, communications, training materials, and process documentation to support HR initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee and recruiting data within HR systems and assist with reporting and analysis.
• Participate in HR projects and process improvement efforts that support organizational and business objectives.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team while handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources, including Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnership, Talent & Culture, and Compensation & Benefits.
• Experience working with HR systems, processes, and cross-functional business teams.
• Opportunities to contribute to projects that impact both employee and candidate experiences.
• Professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities within a dynamic HR organization.
• A deeper understanding of how HR supports organizational success and employee growth.

Intern Program Elements

• Engage and partner on innovative projects to gain experience in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
• Receive mentor support for your professional development.
• Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and other organizational leaders.
• Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development, and presenting.
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it, along with your takeaways, to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business.

Pay

• $28 per hour, paid bi-weekly.
• $2,500 sign-on bonus, paid within the first 30 days of employment.

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Program runs from June 7th to August 13th, 2027.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Communications, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed, and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice, and mixers with iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato®, and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single-serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR, and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders.

Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities, and the planet. We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team 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.