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2026 Research& Development Internship Programme - Kerry Dairy Ireland

Research, Development & Application Internship 

Start date: January/ March 2026; minimum 6 months

 

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Description and Responsibilities: 

 

You will support the RD&A department in Charleville in several different projects. RD&A will consistently innovate and create new wealth to achieve business growth and deliver on KDI's business strategies and targets by: 

 

  • Satisfying consumer and customer needs faster, better, and more completely than competitors. 

  • Functioning under an Operating Model that is aligned to the Kerry Dairy Ireland Operating Model to deliver best-in-class ways of working that will be embedded in systems to optimise and sustain best practice. 

  • Organisational structures and governance structures that ensure global alignment. 

  • Supporting talent development and management plans that deliver exceptional people capability. 

 

 

Kerry Dairy Ireland Internship Programme:  

 

As a KDI Intern you will benefit from: 

 

  • Meaningful work experience  

  • Network with other interns through events  

  • Exposure to our Senior Leaders  

  • Opportunities to demonstrate to our leaders how you have contributed to Kerry during your internship. 

  • Learning about our wider business  

  • Buddy Support 

 

We are committed to the development of our Interns as we aim to convert as many Interns as possible to Graduates. High performing interns will be given the opportunity to be considered for our Graduate Program before they complete their placement. 

 

What we are Looking for: 

 

  • Studying Food Science, Food Technology, or related scientific degrees and on track for a 2:1 degree classification 

  • Results Oriented 

  • Motivated self-starter with the determination and drive to succeed. 

  • Exceptional communication skills 

  • Strong ability to work well in a team and on your own. 

  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft office – Word, PowerPoint, Excel 

  • Good organisational and time management skills 

 

 

 

 

Discover Your Future with Kerry Dairy Ireland 

Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial retail presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence. 

With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers.   

Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.  

Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 28 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett. 

Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth. 

 

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