About this role
Location(s):
United States of AmericaCity/Cities:
AtlantaTravel Required:
00% - 25%Relocation Provided:
NoJob Posting End Date:
January 27, 2026Shift:
Job Description Summary:
Candidates are encouraged to apply to 3 or fewer internship roles during a given internship recruiting cycle
Role Overview
Looking for a fast-paced, technically challenging opportunity to work on innovation for global sparkling flavor brands such as Sprite, Fanta and Schweppes? We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented intern to support our Sparkling Flavors Product Development team. This role is split approximately 50% data‑driven projects and 50% hands‑on beverage product development activities, providing exposure to both modern digital tools and traditional lab‑based work.
This role offers meaningful ownership of defined projects and the opportunity to shape how data is used within the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Data & Digital Projects (≈50%)
Develop clear and compelling data visualizations and dashboards to support portfolio and competitive analysis
Support analysis of product attributes, claims, formulation variables, and sensory data
Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities within the product portfolio
Assist in automating recurring reports or data workflows to improve efficiency
Translate data into concise, actionable insights for cross‑functional stakeholders
Tools may include: Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Python, or other similar tools
Product Development Support (≈50%)
Assist with lab‑scale experimentation and product prototyping
Support product analysis and documentation of experimental results
Participate in sensory evaluations and compile sensory data
Maintain accurate records of formulations, tests, and outcomes
Support sample preparation and general lab organization
The internship will culminate in a final presentation highlighting insights, recommendations, and project outcomes.
Qualifications & Skills
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field
Strong proficiency with Excel and comfort working with data and learning new digital tools
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to communicate findings clearly through visuals and written summaries
Preferred
Experience with data visualization or analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Exposure to sensory science or lab‑based experimentation
Interest in product development, innovation, and data‑driven decision making
What You’ll Gain
Hands‑on experience at the intersection of product development and data analytics
Exposure to real‑world product, formulation, sensory, and competitive datasets
Experience translating data into actionable R&D and business insights
Ownership of tangible outputs (dashboards, analyses, databases, reports)
Mentorship from experienced product development professionals
Compensation:
Monthly Salary (undergraduate): $4,506
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Dates of Internship: May 18 - July 31, 2026
Skills:
organizationOur Purpose and Growth Culture:
We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.Other facts
About The Coca-Cola Company
From our roots at the counter of a local Atlanta pharmacy, to our current portfolio of more than 200 beverages, The Coca-Cola Company is one of the most globally-recognized brands in the world. Today, our lineup features beloved beverage brands, including
Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, smartwater, Dasani, Topo Chico, BODYARMOR, Powerade, Costa, Georgia, Goldpeak, Minute Maid, Simply, fairlife and more.
The Coca-Cola Company is committed to bringing about real change – to our industry, to our local economies, and to the world around us. Through constant evolution, we continue to reimagine the way we refresh the world and make a difference.
We're innovating our portfolio with products that give people more varieties that meet our consumers where they are.
We're working with global partners to transform our business, and grow it in more sustainable ways.
And we're providing jobs and opportunities to the local economies where our people live and work, employing 700,000 people throughout our global system alongside bottling partners.
If you're a changemaker looking to make a change, come join us in our mission to refresh the world and make a difference.
Learn more at: www.coca-colacompany.com/careers
What you'll do
- The intern will support the Sparkling Flavors Product Development team by working on data-driven projects and hands-on beverage product development activities. Responsibilities include developing data visualizations, assisting with lab-scale experimentation, and participating in sensory evaluations.
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