Fall Co-op - Manufacturing Engineering

Job Overview

Fall 2026 Co-op - Manufacturing Engineering - Louisville, KY

As a Fall Co‑op at Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), you will be a part of the beverage revolution. We are looking for a highly motivated self‑starter to join our US Refreshment Beverage division in our Manufacturing Quality team. We are focused on Food Safety, Food Defense, external and internal certifications, batching, microbiology physiochemical analysis, budget forecasting, technical evaluation and consistent communication to key stakeholders across our manufacturing site.

The Intern will have the opportunity to participate in projects to improve our process, yields and waste reduction. Additionally, during execution of these tasks, the Intern will have real responsibilities and opportunities to grow their project management skills, technical skills, and soft people skills.

• The KDP 2026 Fall Co‑op Program will run from July 13 - December 11, 2026
• Full‑time; 40 hours per week
• Monday-Friday
• 8:00am until 5:00pm
• In‑Person in the Louisville, KY plant

• Data collection
• Document review
• Process monitoring
• Laboratory management
• Batching & sanitation process

• Engaging and partnering on innovative projects to gain experience in a challenging, cross‑functional team environment
• 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
• Be paired with a mentor to enhance your knowledge of other parts of the business and build your network
• Complete a project from start to finish and present it and your takeaways to your team, department vice president and other KDP stakeholders

• $31.00/ hour
• Paid bi‑weekly
• $5,000.00 Sign‑on Bonus, paid within first 30 days of employment

• Must be an undergraduate currently enrolled in a full‑time academic program from an accredited college or university, majoring in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or another related field.
• Available to work 40 hours per week (M‑F, 8am‑5pm)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills including excellent listening, written, and verbal abilities
• Ability to work cross‑functionally, be independently driven, and a self‑starter
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Power Point

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 employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full time basis.

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Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner 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! Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together tever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth.

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…