First Gen: Health, Safety & Environment Intern
Key Skills
Job Description
Summer term: 27th July 2026 – 31st January 2027
Pepsi, Lay’s, Quaker, Doritos — hungry for more than just great flavors?
Experience what it’s like to shape the future of iconic brands and step into a workplace where culture, creativity, and collaboration drive everything we do.
Every 6 months, PepsiCo BeNeLux welcomes new talent just like you. Our internship program for (near-)graduates offers meaningful projects, mentorship and plenty of opportunities to grow your skills through hands-on experience. It’s not just on-the-job learning, but a chance to develop both personally and professionally.
Join our group of around 30 interns and become part of a community where your voice and perspective matter.
Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
As an intern, you are part of the Health and Safety department. Within the H&S department, you are at the heart of the factory organization. The department closely collaborates with various disciplines in the factory and provides support to the production departments in their daily activities from a safety and health perspective.
As a Health & Safety Intern, you will be responsible for working within a part of the Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) department. Within the department, you are at the heart of the factory organization. The department closely collaborates with various disciplines in the factory and provides support to the production departments in their daily activities from a safety perspective. In addition to an interesting internship assignment, there is also plenty of room for practical assignments within Health & Safety.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development
- An opportunity to be meaningful and impactful within your work and projects
- A community of interns - offering additional support, the opportunity to build connections, workshops and much more
- Internship compensation of 550€/month and travel reimbursement
- Work-from-home toolkit
Qualifications
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- HBO Bachelor student in Safety Science or a related field
- Able to work both independently and in a team
- Possesses a positive attitude and good communication skills, as you will interact with various levels within the organization
- Proactive, assertive, and results-driven
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Has analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Speaks fluent Dutch & English
- Currently in the final phase of studies or max 3 months after starting an internship to complete studies.
YOUR RECRUITMENT JOURNEY
- Phone screening with one of our recruiters
- Interview at our office
- Offer: You’re hired!
- Welcome to PepsiCo
CAREERS TO SMILE ABOUT
At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.
At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.
Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.
Want more info? Check out www.pepsico.com!
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the Health and Safety department by collaborating with various factory disciplines to ensure safety and health standards. They will also assist in practical assignments within the Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) department.
Requirements
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Safety Science or a related field. Proficiency in both Dutch and English is required, along with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Benefits
- Internship compensation
- Travel reimbursement
- Work-from-home toolkit
- Mentorship
- Workshops
About PepsiCo
Industry: Food and Beverage Services
Company size: 10,001+ employees
PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines, we’re excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place. Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet. Join us. Dare for Better.