North America Scientific and Regulatory Affairs Intern

The Coca-Cola Company

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Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Atlanta, Georgia

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Smart Summary

The intern will support the Scientific & Regulatory Affairs team with project work, including generating regulatory data like ingredient statements and reviewing formulation compliance across beverage categories. They will also lead an assessment of current processes to identify opportunities for implementing data analytics, machine learning, or AI to improve efficiency.

This internship is perfect for graduate students or recent graduates with a background in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have some knowledge of food and beverage regulations, scientific research skills, and strong communication abilities. Bonus points for proficiency in data analytics, AI, or coding!

Must Have Skills for ATS

Regulatory Landscape

Scientific Research

Data Analytics

Artificial Intelligence

Machine Learning

Compliance

Claim Substantiation

Process Optimization

Communication

Job Description

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

January 31, 2026

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Candidates are encouraged to apply to 3 or fewer internship roles during a given internship recruiting cycle

Position Overview:
The North America Operating Unit Scientific & Regulatory Affairs (SRA) Intern will support diverse initiatives related to ingredient and formula compliance, claim substantiation, and digital systems innovation & process optimization.


Function Related Activities/Key Responsibilities:

  • Support SRA team in project & innovation work, including creating regulatory data (e.g. - ingredient statements and nutrition information), reviewing compliance of formulations across beverage categories, managing records across data systems, etc.
  • Conduct research on new and emerging ingredients and create competitive assessments to inform claim strategy & whitespace opportunities
  • Lead an assessment of current SRA processes to identify potential opportunities to implement data analytics/machine learning/AI to drive greater efficiency and magnify business impact.
  • Support data-driven enhancement and optimization of existing digital tools within the team.

Education Requirements:

  • Must be currently pursuing a Master's or Graduate level degree or have graduated from their degree program no earlier than December 2025 in a related major (e.g. - Food Science, Nutrition, or related)

Functional Skills:

  • Regulatory Landscape - Knowledge of the regulatory landscape affecting food and beverages in North America
  • Scientific Research: Knowledge of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs (SRA) processes related to ingredients, labels, claims, and communication and ability to conduct research on functional ingredients and products.
  • Preferred but not required: Proficiency in at least 1 of the following: data analytics, artificial intelligence, coding
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Monthly Salary (graduate): $6,066Location: Atlanta, GeorgiaDates of Internship: May 18 - July 31, 2026

Skills:

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Communication, Compliance, Data Analytics, Innovation Processes

Our 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.

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

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