2025 Summer Intern – Frito-Lay HQ Engineering – Undergrad
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About PepsiCo
PepsiCo is a global food and beverage company that produces a wide range of iconic brands, including Frito-Lay, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, and Quaker. The company is known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and making a positive impact on the world. PepsiCo believes in fostering a culture where everyone is invited to be themselves and contribute their unique skills and perspectives.
Job Description
Overview
Frito-Lay is seeking highly motivated and technically curious undergraduate students for its 2025 Summer Internship program at its headquarters in Plano, Texas. This 10-week internship program offers students an immersive experience within Frito-Lay’s Engineering organization, exposing them to real-world business challenges and opportunities for professional growth.
Responsibilities
Interns will work on one to three projects driven by Frito-Lay’s business needs. These projects will cover various phases of the project management life cycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and closure. The projects will require technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and strong project management expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
• Project Execution: Contribute to the successful completion of assigned engineering projects, working alongside experienced engineers and professionals.
• Technical Skills: Apply engineering knowledge and principles to analyze and solve complex problems, utilizing tools and processes relevant to the projects.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Gain an understanding of Frito-Lay’s supply chain and network with cross-functional teams across processing, packaging, warehousing, automation, controls, information systems, and more.
• Professional Development: Develop strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills, while gaining valuable insights into Frito-Lay’s culture and operations.
• Performance Analysis: Assist in analyzing engineering and operational performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and contributing to process optimization.
• Teamwork and Mentorship: Engage in collaborative teamwork, receiving guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals, and contribute to the success of the internship program.
Qualifications
• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Technical Skills: Strong technical aptitude with a demonstrated ability to solve complex engineering problems.
• Leadership & Teamwork: Proven leadership skills in academic or extracurricular activities, with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Problem-Solving & Analysis: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and propose solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Communication & Presentation: Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must graduate with a Bachelor’s degree within one year of internship completion.
• Must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher.
Benefits
• Compensation: Competitive hourly pay ranging from $21.50 to $40.19/hour, determined by role, degree discipline, degree level, and location.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (vacation, sick, bereavement), medical, dental, vision, disability, health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee assistance program (EAP), life insurance, and a defined contribution retirement plan.
EEO Statement: PepsiCo is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
