First Gen: IBP Demand Planning Intern

Winter term: 15th February 2027 – 31st July 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.  

As a Demand Planning Intern within the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) team, you will gain hands-on experience in forecasting, business analytics and cross-functional collaboration. You will work closely with colleagues from Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Category Management and Finance to ensure PepsiCo products are available when and where consumers want them.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop your analytical capabilities, understand the end-to-end supply chain of a leading FMCG company, and contribute to real business decisions from day one. The role combines data analysis, stakeholder management, process improvement, and exposure to the latest planning technologies.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Support the creation and maintenance of accurate demand forecasts for a product or customer portfolio.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and promotional activities to identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Category teams to align demand plans with business objectives.
• Prepare reports and performance analyses to monitor forecast accuracy and business performance.
• Support continuous improvement projects and the adoption of new planning tools, including AI-powered solutions.
• Present insights and recommendations that help drive data-based decision making.

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 1.077€/month and travel reimbursement
• Meal vouchers  
• Work-from-home toolkit 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR 

• Bachelors or Master degree (preferably in Supply Chain, Engineering, BA or related fields) or proven strong thinking/problem solving skills. 

• Fluency in English, Dutch is a plus.

• Very good knowledge of Excel, Word, Power Point.

• Able to transform data and information into meaningful insights.

• Excellent communication skills to interact with the other teams. 

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!