For more than 265 years, JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS (JDE) is inspired by its belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee or tea. We are fuelled by our purpose of unleashing the possibilities of coffee and tea to create a better future. Today, our coffee & tea portfolio is available in more than 100 developed and emerging markets, through a portfolio of over 50 brands that collectively cover the entire category landscape led by leading household names such as L’OR, Jacobs, Senseo, Tassimo, Douwe Egberts, Old Town, Super, Pickwick and Moccona.
JDE is part of JDE Peet’s, the world’s largest pure-play coffee and tea company, headquartered in The Netherlands.
What’s it like to work at JDE?
We are proud of our passionate, driven associates that challenge the status quo and pursue mastery in everything they do. Our goal is simple and ambitious – JDE: A coffee & tea for every cup.
At JDE, we're Made to Stand Out. Every day we are progressive in outlook, ambitious in nature, resourceful in action and decisive in approach, bringing coffee and tea moments to everyone around the world.
Job DescriptionJoin us as Scientific & Regulatory Affairs (SARA) Intern at our Malaysia MU in Johor, starting in January 2026. In this internship, you will support the Scientific & Regulatory Affairs (SARA) team to create a set of databases used primarily for APAC markets, covering health and nutritional claims, additive limits, and labelling requirement. At the end of this project, these database and guideline will be made accessible to relevant functions for future reference.
Project Title:
Database Compilation on APAC Regulatory Requirements on health and nutritional claims, Food additives and Food Labelling.
Project Description:
The project aims to create a set of databases used primarily for APAC markets, covering health and nutritional claims, additive limits, and labelling requirement. The database on health & nutritional claims will be utilized to support product claims wherever possible. Meanwhile, the database on additives limit aids in recipe compliance check while the database of labelling aims to standardize bulk packaging and shipper labelling across markets. At the end of this project, these database and guideline will be made accessible to relevant functions for future reference.
Responsibilities:
- To track regulatory updates across APAC.
- To compile the limits of food additives of coffee mixes in APAC.
- To compile and analyze the shipper information across our markets.
- To compile the testing requirements of packaging across APAC.
- To conduct market research of products artworks across APAC.
- To standardize the nutritional information panels on JDE products in APAC.
- To automate generation of nutrient information panel through Excel.
- To compile the nutrient claims and requirements in APAC.
- To update related SOP to the latest format/practice.
- To assist SARA in other aspects of work assigned.
- To improve training materials i.e Labeling Requirements in APAC.
- To provide SARA related trainings to the respective stakeholders.
- To follow the company’s rules and regulations.
- Project to Complete: (1) Nutrition & Health Claim Database and (2) Onboarding Module Development
Are you bursting with fresh ideas and a hunger for learning? We want you!
Here's what we're looking for:
- Academic Program: You are enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Food Chemistry, Food Technology, Food Science or equivalent.
- Skillset: You possess strong MS Office skills and fluent proficiency in speaking and written English – Having some similar hands-on experience with food research activities is always a benefit.
- Personal traits: You have a structured approach, a driven and energetic personality, excellent communication and people skills, and the ability to work both in a team and independently.
- Commitment: You are ready to dedicate at least 6 months to this internship.
- Availability: You can join the internship for 5 days per week.
Are you ready to Unleash Your Possibility within JDE Peet's?
Here's how to apply:
- Upload your resume (in English) using our LinkedIn or career site application form
- After applying, we'll reach out within three weeks to let you know what's next.
- During the application process, you'll be asked to do an online assessment and at least one interview at our Johor office.
Would you like to join an internship at a Coffee & Tea company that values your future success and prioritizes your passion for positive change?
Check out this internship starting January 2026 and Unleash Your Possibility at JDE Peet's!
Skills Required
- Enrolled in Bachelor's or Master's in Nutrition, Food Chemistry, Food Technology, Food Science
- Strong MS Office skills
- Fluent in spoken and written English
- Hands-on experience with food research activities (preferable)
What We Do
Coffee is the fuel for almost everything that makes the company run. Jacobs Douwe Egberts Professional helps you inspire your coffee drinkers, whether you work for an office, health & care organisation or hotels. As your coffee partner, we love to develop the ideal solution alongside you. This way, we can adapt our offer to your needs and you enjoy the solution you were looking for. In short: A coffee for every cup, just the way you want it.
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