Winter 2027 Co-op - Process Engineering

Job Overview

Gain hands-on experience with the coffee production process by working closely with a multidisciplinary team to understand manufacturing challenges and contribute to process optimization initiatives. This role is aligned to the Coffee Operating Unit.

Shift/Schedule

The KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program will run from January 4th – May 21st, 2027. Full-time; 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm Onsite.

Onsite As a Winter 2027 Process Engineering Co-op you will:

• Support process engineering projects from concept through implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
• Auxiliary with equipment validation, commissioning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Elements of the KDP 2027 Winter Co-op Program

• Engaging and partnering 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 organization leaders.
• Receive professional development training such as networking, professional skills development and presenting.
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department, and senior leaders to highlight your project work and impact on the business.

Total Rewards

• $31/hour
• Paid bi-weekly
• $5,000 sign on bonus pay, paid within first 30 days of employment

Requirements

• Undergraduate currently enrolled in a full-time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Food Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or another related field.
• Willingness to spend a significant amount of time on the production floor and work in a manufacturing setting.
• Interest in technical and operational aspects of food and beverage production.
• Excitement to work with innovative technologies and equipment beyond traditional K-Cup manufacturing processes.
• Interest in problem-solving and independent work independently.

Please Note

You must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders who require sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.

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!

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.