Food Science Internship at Coca-Cola
The Coca-Cola Company is offering an exciting North America Scientific and Regulatory Affairs (SRA) Internship based in Atlanta, Georgia. This full-time graduate-level food science internship at Coca-Cola Careers provides hands-on exposure to ingredient compliance, regulatory research, claim substantiation, and digital transformation initiatives within one of the world’s most iconic beverage companies. The Regulatory Affairs Intern role is ideal for students passionate about food science, nutrition, regulatory affairs, and data-driven innovation.
About the Company:
The Coca-Cola Company is a global beverage leader operating in over 200 countries with a portfolio of 500+ brands, including Coca-Cola, Costa Coffee, and Zico Coconut Water. With more than 130 years of innovation, Coca-Cola is driven by its purpose to refresh the world and make a difference. The company fosters a growth-oriented, inclusive culture that values curiosity, agility, empowerment, and continuous learning.
Internship Details:
- Job Title: North America Scientific and Regulatory Affairs Intern
- Job ID: R-133259
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
- Job Type: Full-Time Internship
- Internship Dates: May 18 – July 31, 2026
- Travel Requirement: 0% – 25%
- Relocation Offered: No
- Monthly Salary (Graduate): $6,066
Educational Requirements for the Regulatory Affairs Intern Role:
Must be currently pursuing or have recently completed (no earlier than December 2025) a Master’s or Graduate-level degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, or related scientific disciplines
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Scientific & Regulatory Affairs team in project and innovation initiatives
- Create and manage regulatory data, including ingredient statements and nutrition information, in this Regulatory Affairs Intern Role.
- Review formulation compliance across various beverage categories
- Conduct research on new and emerging ingredients
- At Coca-Cola Careers, you have to develop competitive assessments to inform claim strategies and whitespace opportunities
- As a Regulatory Affairs Intern, you have to assess existing SRA processes to identify opportunities for data analytics, AI, or machine learning integration
- Support optimization and enhancement of digital regulatory tools and systems
- Maintain accurate records across regulatory and data management platforms
Skills Required:
- Knowledge of the North American food and beverage regulatory landscape
- Understanding of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs processes related to ingredients, labeling, and claims
- Strong scientific research and analytical skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Interest in innovation, digital transformation, and process optimization
- Preferred (not required):
- Data analytics
- Artificial intelligence (AI)
- Coding or machine learning exposure
Benefits of the Food Science Internship:
- Competitive graduate internship salary
- Hands-on experience in regulatory affairs and scientific strategy
- Exposure to digital transformation and innovation projects
- Opportunity to work with global brands and cross-functional teams
- Professional development within a world-renowned FMCG organization
- Inclusive, growth-driven workplace culture.
